Probable Lineups

3-4-2-1
3-4-1-2
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(16) 8 Goals 12 (17)
(11) 8 Assists 6 (13)
(6.5) 6.6 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.5)
28.5 Average Age 25.8
185.9 Average Height (cm) 185.1
(0.8) 0.8 Shots pg 1 (0.8)
(58%) 62% Aerial Duel Success 50% (54%)
(0.3) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.7)
(1.2) 1.2 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.

Missing Players

Preston
Luton
Player Reason Status Rating
Layton Stewart Out N/A
Ali McCann Out 6.72
Player Reason Status Rating
Marvelous Nakamba Out 6.22
Reece Burke Out 6.74
Jacob Brown Out 6.6
Mads Andersen Out 6.07
Daiki Hashioka Out 6.64
Thomas Kaminski Out 6.46

Team News

Preston
Luton
  • It remains to be seen how Paul Heckingbottom will set up his Preston side, although they could return to a familiar 3-4-2-1 system for his first game in charge.
  • Midfield duo Ali McCann and Layton Stewart are the Lilywhites' only confirmed absentees ahead of the visit of Luton.
  • Goalkeeper Thomas Kaminski is suspended following his red card against Portsmouth, so expect James Shea to start in between the sticks here.
  • Elsewhere, Amari'i Bell could drop to the bench with former Reading centre-back Tom Holmes making his full league debut.

Prediction

  • Paul Heckingbottom will take charge of Preston on Saturday, making him the club's third manager in as many games this season.
  • The former Sheffield United boss faces a mammoth task to keep the Lilywhites in the division following back-to-back losses to start the campaign.
  • Two reckless moments from goalkeeper Thomas Kaminski left Luton with a mountain to climb at Fratton Park last weekend, but a strong defensive display allowed the ten-man Hatters to close out a goalless draw against Portsmouth.
  • This has been a less-than-ideal start to the year for Rob Edwards' side, who will be praying for a win against Preston.
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User Predictions

Comments (2)

 
  • Carlton Morris +250 / Elijah Adebayo +225 TSA

  • Have Luton lost their mojo? Have PNE got the right man at the helm? 0-0