Bristol City – Preston

Bristol City head into the clash on home turf perched in 11th place with ten points from six games, having recorded three wins, a draw and two defeats while conceding just one more than they have scored. Preston, languishing at the foot of the table in 23rd spot, sit on a meagre three points after a solitary victory and six losses, their goal difference of minus‑seven reflecting a fragile defence that has let in 13 goals. The visitors will be desperate to claw back into the safety zone, needing a win to keep any hope of climbing out of the relegation mire. For the Citizens, a positive result would not only solidify a mid‑table position but also widen the gap between themselves and the struggling Preston side.