Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(34) 16 Goals 14 (37)
(24) 15 Assists 12 (24)
(6.5) 6.7 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.6)
24.9 Average Age 24.6
183.2 Average Height (cm) 183
(0.8) 0.8 Shots pg 0.8 (1.1)
(53%) 49% Aerial Duel Success 50% (46%)
(0.4) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.4)
(1.4) 1.3 Tackles pg 1 (1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.

Missing Players

Preston
Burnley
Player Reason Status Rating
Jordan Storey Out 6.83
Duane Holmes Out 6.3
Benjamin Whiteman Out 6.56
Robert Brady Out 6.56
Ali McCann Out 6.79
Jack Whatmough Doubtful 6.82
Emil Riis Doubtful 6.54
Player Reason Status Rating
Jordan Beyer Out N/A
Aaron Ramsey Out N/A
Mike Trésor Out N/A
Josh Brownhill Doubtful 6.98
Luca Koleosho Doubtful 6.69

Team News

Preston
Burnley
  • Ali McCann serves the second and final instalment of his suspension, while Jack Whatmough and Emil Riis are doubtful for the hosts.
  • Duane Holmes was stretchered off during the first half against Norwich with a suspected broken leg and will miss the game against Burnley.
  • Milutin Osmajic should retain his place at the top of the pitch after scoring on Tuesday night.
  • Marcus Edwards has featured from the bench in Burnley's last two games and could make his full debut on Saturday.
  • Midfield duo Luca Koleosho and Josh Brownhill have missed each of the last four league fixtures and remain doubtful for the trip to Deepdale.
  • Mike Tresor is struggling with fitness issues and is not available for selection, while Jordan Beyer and Aaron Ramsey are long-term absentees.

Prediction

  • Milutin Osmajic's fifth-minute goal proved enough to see off play-off hopefuls Norwich on Tuesday night as a strong defensive showing trumped the Canaries at Carrow Road.
  • Paul Heckingbottom's side have now won three of their last four Championship fixtures, surging clear of the relegation battle in the process.
  • Burnley turned in a flawless performance against Ruben Selles' Hull side in midweek as early goals from Bashir Humphreys and Zian Flemming sealed a 2-0 home win.
  • The Clarets are now undefeated in 19 Championship matches and have kept an unprecedented 10 consecutive clean sheets.
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