Championship Clash: Analysing the Match Between West Ham and Preston North End - A Detailed Tactical and Statistical Overview Before Kickoff

A look at the England Championship match between West Ham and Preston North End. The home team is West Ham, currently 13th in the league. West Ham's overall record this season is 7 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses. At home, West Ham's record is 5 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses. Playing at home, West Ham has scored 22 goals and conceded 18, averaging 1.83 goals scored and 1.5 goals conceded per home game. The away team is Preston North End, currently 5th in the league. Preston North End's overall record this season is 9 wins, 10 draws, and 4 losses. Preston North End's away record is 4 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses. Away from home, Preston North End has scored 14 goals and conceded 11, averaging 1.27 goals scored and 1 goal conceded per away game. Looking at recent data for both teams, West Ham has scored 13 goals and conceded 11 in their last 10 matches, with 1 win, 3 draws, and 6 losses. Preston North End has scored 13 goals and conceded 11 in their last 10 matches, with 2 wins, 4 draws, and 0 losses. Based on West Ham and Preston North End's performances this season, along with recent form, I believe Preston North End is in better form, remaining undefeated in their last 6 matches and showing considerable stability. Although West Ham is at home, their recent form is fluctuating, with only 1 win, 3 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 matches. Preston North End is higher in the rankings and has a more balanced attack and defense, with excellent away form, suggesting they are more likely to take the initiative in this match. However, West Ham has some fighting ability at home, with only 2 home losses. I expect a closely contested match, with Preston North End having a slight advantage. 1-1 1-2