Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.6
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.4)
25.6
Average Age
27.8
184.8
Average Height (cm)
183.8
(0.9)
1
Shots pg
0.7
(0.6)
(49%)
53%
Aerial Duel Success
55%
(52%)
(0.4)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.4
(0.5)
(1.3)
1.1
Tackles pg
1.2
(1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Stoke
Preston
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emre Tezgel | Out | N/A | |
| Lewis Baker | Out | 6.61 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ched Evans | Out | 6.07 | |
| Emil Riis | Out | 6.56 | |
| Benjamin Whiteman | Out | 6.74 | |
| Calvin Ramsay | Out | 6.18 | |
| Robert Brady | Doubtful | 6.56 |
Team News
Stoke
Preston
- Alex Neil could stick with a 4-2-3-1 system following an impressive win in the Carabao Cup with Mark Travers, Luke McNally, Andre Vidigal and Wesley returning to the starting XI.
- Emre Tezgel and Lewis Baker remain sidelined for the home side.
- Ryan Lowe will likely opt for an unchanged side when his Preston team make the trip to the bet365 Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
- Wing-back Robbie Brady is closing in on a first-team return but the Lilywhites have four confirmed absentees for this game.
