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Preston vs Wolves prediction and preview for Saturday, 22 August 2026, in the Championship. Our analysis points to Over 1.5 Goals as the best prediction for this match. Below, you will find detailed match analysis, recent form, head-to-head records, key stats, betting trends, predicted scorelines and other useful match information.

SportPremi Prediction
Prediction won · FT 1-3Pick
Over 1.5 Goals
Confidence
76%
Risk
Medium
Odds
1.32
Preston have produced two or more goals in all 5 of their last 5 matches, while Wolves have done so in 4 of their last 5 matches. The two sides have averaged 2.7 total goals per game across those matches, which supports Over 1.5 Goals, which our model rates at 76% confidence.
Preston form: Preston have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding 10. They beat Sheffield Utd 3-2 and Charlton 2-1, but lost 3-1 to Southampton, 2-1 to Birmingham and 2-0 to West Brom. That works out at an average of 3.4 total goals per game.
Wolves form: Wolves have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 3 goals and conceding 7. They drew 1-1 with Burnley, 1-1 with Fulham and 1-1 with Sunderland, but lost 3-0 to Brighton and 1-0 to Tottenham. That works out at an average of 2.0 total goals per game.
Head-to-head: The head-to-head record reinforces the outlook. Their most recent meeting finished Wolves 2-1 Preston, while across their last 3 meetings, Wolves have won 3.
Verdict: The recent form and goal averages point towards an open, goal-filled game. On balance, Over 1.5 Goals is the most convincing option here.
Prediction: Over 1.5 Goals at 76% confidence.
Prediction based on form, head-to-head and statistical analysis. It is not a guarantee.
Recent results and performance summary for both teams.
0
Preston wins
0
Draws
3
Wolves wins
Last meeting: Wolves 2-1 Preston · 2022
Betting outcomes from both teams’ last 5 matches.
Preston
Last 5 MatchesWolves
Last 5 Matches5/5 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals
(Matches with 2+ goals)
4/5 (80%)
4/5 (80%)
BTTS
Based on our statistical goal model.
Best Pick
Over 1.5 Goals
Model Confidence
76%
Preston and Wolves have combined for 2.7 goals per game across their last five matches. 2 of their last 3 meetings produced at least two goals. Our model rates Over 1.5 Goals at 76% confidence. On balance, Over 1.5 Goals offers the strongest statistical value here.
Our recommended prediction is Over 1.5 Goals, which SportPremi's model rates at 76% confidence based on recent form and goal data, including head-to-head record.
Preston have the stronger win case based on their recent results. They have won 2 of their last 5 matches, compared with 0 wins for Wolves.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 on Saturday, 22 August 2026.
This fixture is played in the Championship, England.
Prediction based on form, H2H and stats. Analysis, not a guarantee. 18+ | Gamble Responsibly.
Premier League
2
Wins
7
Goals Scored
10
Goals Conceded
Wolves
0
Wins
3
Goals Scored
7
Goals Conceded
(Both Teams To Score)
3/5 (60%)
5/5 (100%)
Failed to Keep Clean Sheet
(Conceded 1+ goal)
5/5 (100%)
2/5 (40%)
Wins
(Matches won)
0/5 (0%)
10
in last 5
Goals Conceded
(Total)
7
in last 5
What this means
Both Preston and Wolves have seen Over 1.5 goals in most of their recent matches, with the trend showing in 5 and 4 of their last 5 games respectively. Clean sheets have also been hard to come by, with neither side keeping one in their last 5 matches.
Based on each team’s last 5 completed matches in all competitions.
Based on recent form, head-to-head and our statistical goal model.
Based on their last 5 matches, Preston have the stronger record, with 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 7 and conceding 10. That compares with Wolves, who have 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats, scoring 3 and conceding 7.
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