Preston – West Brom

Preston host West Brom at Deepdale in what promises to be a stark contrast of form, with the home side languishing in 24th place on just four points from one win, one draw and nine defeats, having scored only nine goals while conceding 24. West Brom arrive in the north‑west in sixth, sitting on 20 points after six victories, two draws and three losses, and enjoy a healthy goal difference of +3 with 15 scored and 12 let in. The gulf in points and recent results suggests a daunting task for Preston, who will need to tighten up at the back and find a way to break down a West Brom defence that has been relatively solid. For the visitors, maintaining their momentum against a struggling side could be the key to climbing back into the top‑four race.