Preston 1-1 Oxford United

Current streaks

Recent form

Preston

Preston North End have displayed mixed form in their recent fixtures, with three wins, one draw, and two losses in their last six matches. Despite their 14th position in the league table, the Lilywhites have shown resilience, scoring an average of 1.5 goals per game whilst conceding 1.17. Their goal difference remains positive at +2, indicating a relatively balanced performance. The team has managed to keep two clean sheets during this period, demonstrating some defensive solidity. Interestingly, both teams have scored in 67% of Preston's recent matches, suggesting entertaining encounters for spectators. The 3-1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday stands out as their highest-scoring game in this run, showcasing Preston's attacking potential. However, the alternating pattern of results in their last four matches (LWWL) highlights the team's inconsistency as they strive to climb up the Championship table.

Oxford United

Oxford United have shown a remarkable turnaround in form, winning their last three matches after a string of three consecutive defeats. This impressive run has seen them score six goals whilst conceding only two, including two clean sheets. Their recent victory against Cardiff City was a high-scoring affair, ending 3-2 in Oxford's favour. Despite their recent success, Oxford's position in the league table (20th) and their negative goal difference (-4) over the last six games suggest they have been struggling overall. The team's ability to bounce back from heavy defeats, such as the 4-0 loss to Leeds United, demonstrates resilience. Interestingly, Oxford's matches have been evenly split between high and low-scoring affairs, with 50% of their recent games seeing over 2.5 goals.

Recent home/away form

Preston

Preston North End have shown resilience at home, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches at Deepdale. The Lilywhites have displayed a strong defensive record, conceding only 0.67 goals per game during this period, and keeping two clean sheets. However, their attacking output has been relatively modest, scoring 1.17 goals per game. Preston's recent form has been characterised by a series of four consecutive draws, followed by two wins, suggesting an improvement in their ability to secure victories. The majority of their home matches have been low-scoring affairs, with 83% of games featuring under 2.5 goals. Despite their mid-table position, Preston have proven difficult to beat at home, with both teams scoring in two-thirds of these fixtures, indicating competitive encounters.

Oxford United

Oxford United have been struggling significantly in their away performances, enduring a concerning run of five consecutive defeats before securing a narrow 1-0 victory against Millwall in their most recent away fixture. The U's have been particularly goal-shy on their travels, netting just once in their last six away matches, while conceding a worrying 12 goals during this period. Their defensive frailties are highlighted by the fact that they've kept only one clean sheet in these six games. The 4-0 loss to Leeds United stands out as a particularly heavy defeat, contributing to Oxford's poor goal difference of -11 over this stretch. With 67% of these away matches seeing under 2.5 goals, Oxford's games have generally been low-scoring affairs, despite their tendency to concede. The team's away form is undoubtedly a major factor in their current 20th position in the Championship table.