Southampton vs Preston North End prediction and betting tips on April 22, 2024
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Game Prediction
Tuesday is considered a traditional day for the Champions League, as well as in the English Championship. However, this time, only one match will be played in that division, and it's an postponed one that was supposed to take place during the 36th round. Southampton will host Preston North End at home. The website's audience has been provided with a detailed prediction for this match on April 16, 2024.
Southampton will continue their fight to return to the Premier League
The "Saints" managed to become the main disappointment of last season, finishing at the bottom of the EPL - despite initially being considered contenders for European competitions. However, despite their last-place finish in the Premier League, at a lower level, they were viewed as favorites, comparable to Leicester and Leeds. But they find themselves below both of these teams and even the sensational Ipswich. Nonetheless, they are confidently holding onto the fourth position under the guidance of Russell Martin. Especially after winning twice in a row, including a victory against Watford in the last round.
Preston North End is showing fairly typical results
The "Lilywhites" made history as the first-ever winners of the English championship and immediately followed that up with a "double," even before such a term existed. However, their results became quite modest afterward, and for over half a century, the team has struggled to return to the Premier League level. Last season, they only managed a 12th place finish. While they have improved somewhat this season, it's not significant enough to contend for a top-six position. Moreover, after Norwich secured a 1-0 win in the last round, any ambitions can be put into question, and thoughts might turn to reputation. Although the players are probably already planning for some rest.
Previous Matches
In 2011, the "Saints" faced off against their opponents in the League Cup. Only now, in October, the teams finally met on the field and ended with a 2-2 draw.
Free Match Prediction for Southampton vs. Preston North End on April 16:
The "Saints" have all the advantages in their hands and must capitalize on them. We're betting on this club's victory with a handicap of "-1.5 goals scored" (odds - 2.02).