Birmingham City might still be smarting from their derby defeat to Aston Villa a week ago, despite a midweek victory which got them back to winning ways.
The Blues took the lead at Villa Park, only to end up losing 4-2 to their bitter rivals. 888Sport go 6/5 (2.20) that the home side take three points here though.
Preston have drawn three of their previous five Championship games, including a midweek stalemate against Middlesbrough. The online bookmaker are 9/4 (3.25) that this one ends up all square.
The same odds are available on an away win but there looks to be more value in targeting the goals markets.
Both teams to score has paid out in eight of Birmingham's last 10 matches and in eight of Preston's games during that spell too. It's 13/20 (1.65) though which may be too short for some to consider as a single wager but the 17/20 (1.85) about three or more goals looks to hold plenty of appeal too.
The last five games Garry Monk's men have played up to and including the defeat at Villa Park contained 23 goals at an average of 4.6 per match.
Preston have shown their attacking prowess too but have failed to keep out many teams, especially on the road. With that in mind, goals galore looks the way to go at St. Andrew's this weekend.
32 goals conceded this season means the visitors boast the three worst defences in the second tier but they also rank inside the top third for goals scored. With stats like that, backing another goal-fest is an appealing option.
Birmingham's forward line has amped up in recent weeks and while they also struggle defensively, Monk’s men should be able to take full advantage of the visitors' issues at the back.
At 23/10 (3.30) the over 3.5 goals line might well be worth a smaller stake with 888Sport but at 17/20 (1.85) the main bet is for three or more to be scored.
Over 2.5 goals at 17/20 (1.85) for a 2.5pt stake with 888Sport
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