Prediction for match Wrexham — Preston

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

In the English Championship on December 29, Wrexham will face Preston North End. According to the 1X2 odds, a victory for Wrexham is priced at 2.19, a draw at 3.25, and a win for Preston North End at 3.30. The probability percentages for these outcomes are as follows: Wrexham 42.78%, draw 28.83%, and Preston North End 28.39%. Numerically, Wrexham is slightly favored, but the gap between the teams is minimal. The odds for the total goals over/under 2.5 are 2.14 for over and 1.68 for under, indicating moderate expectations for scoring.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Wrexham averages 47.8% possession, receives 1.6 yellow cards, commits 7.8 fouls, and is caught offside 3 times per game. Preston North End shows 44% possession, also averages 1.6 yellow cards, commits 9.8 fouls, and is caught offside 2.2 times. Wrexham's last three matches: 26.12 - Wrexham vs Sheffield United 5-3, 19.12 - Swansea City vs Wrexham 2-1, 13.12 - Wrexham vs Watford 2-2. Preston North End's recent games: 26.12 - Stoke City vs Preston North End 0-0, 20.12 - Preston North End vs Norwich City 1-1, 13.12 - Oxford United vs Preston North End 1-2. In their last head-to-head on December 6, Preston North End and Wrexham drew 1-1.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In the last five matches, Wrexham has an average total of 3.8 goals, scoring 1.8 and conceding 2 per game. Preston North End is more modest in this regard: 1.8 total goals, 1 scored, and 0.8 conceded. For over 2.5 goals, Wrexham has 3 out of 5 matches over, while Preston North End has only 1 out of 5 over. In the first half, Wrexham has 2 out of 5 over 1.5 goals, while Preston North End has none. In the second half, both teams have 3 out of 5 over 1.5 goals. Goal intervals: Wrexham most frequently scores between 76-90 minutes (42%), and concedes most often in the first 15 minutes (50%). Preston North End is also most productive at the end (76-90, 75%), with goals conceded evenly distributed across five intervals (20% each). Wrexham shows a notable over-profile in goals, especially in recent home matches with scores like 5-3 and 2-2. Preston North End, on the other hand, tends to keep it low-scoring, although both teams can step up in the second half. Considering Wrexham's high scoring, the over 2.5 goals in 3 out of 5 matches, and the 2.14 odds for over 2.5 goals, betting on over 2.5 goals seems justified.

Corners: Numbers and Potential Bets

Wrexham averages 5 corners over 5 matches, while Preston North End averages 6.8. For the over 9.5 corners total, both teams have 4 out of 5 over. The totals for corners include Over 9.5 (1.77) and Under 9.5 (1.94), which is very close to the sum of the averages. The total for over 9.5 corners is priced at 1.77, and under at 1.94. In terms of corners, Wrexham has the edge, with odds for their victory in this aspect at 1.52. Based on average values and the frequency of over 9.5, it makes sense to consider betting on over 9.5 corners. It is also worth noting that both teams regularly receive 1.6 yellow cards per match, which could affect the game's dynamics and the number of set pieces.