Preston vs Derby: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Saturday, 17 January, 2026 9:00
Scoring Rules
Points are calculated automatically based on your predicted score. Maximum 5 points per match.
| Category | Points | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Score | 5 | Your prediction matches the final score exactly. |
| Outcome (1X2) | 2 | You correctly predicted the winner or a draw. |
| BTTS Bonus | +1 | You correctly predicted if both teams score (or if at least one doesn't). |
| Total Goals Bonus | +1 | You correctly predicted if total goals are Over or Under 2.5. |
Examples:
- Match result: 3:1 (Home Win, BTTS: Yes, Total: Over 2.5)
• Prediction 3:1 → 5 points (Exact Score)
• Prediction 2:1 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
• Prediction 2:0 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: No/Yes mismatch)
• Prediction 1:1 → 1 point (BTTS: +1, Outcome mismatch) - Match result: 2:0 (Home Win, BTTS: No, Total: Under 2.5)
• Prediction 2:0 → 5 points (Exact Score)
• Prediction 1:0 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
• Prediction 3:1 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: Yes/No mismatch)
Probable Scores Heatmap
Probability Distribution by Total Goals
🎯 Asian Handicap Predictions
| Preston | HDP | Derby |
|---|---|---|
5.4% Very Low@ 10.00 | -2.5 | 4.3% @ 13.00Very Low |
10.9% Very Low@ 9.00 | -2 | 9.1% Very Low |
16.3% Very Low@ 4.65 | -1.5 | 13.8% @ 7.80Very Low |
27.1% Low@ 3.72 | -1 | 23.9% @ 6.80Low |
37.9% Low@ 2.30 | -0.5 | 34.0% @ 3.35Low |
66.0% High@ 1.36 | +0.5 | 62.1% @ 1.67High |
76.1% High@ 1.10 | +1 | 72.9% @ 1.30High |
86.2% Very High@ 1.08 | +1.5 | 83.7% @ 1.19Very High |
90.9% Very High | +2 | 89.1% @ 1.03Very High |
95.7% Very High@ 1.01 | +2.5 | 94.6% @ 1.02Very High |
⚽ Team Total Predictions
| Preston | Outcome | Derby |
|---|---|---|
72.8% High@ 1.33 | Over 0.5 | 70.5% @ 1.52High |
27.3% Low@ 3.40 | Under 0.5 | 29.5% @ 2.60Low |
37.3% Low@ 2.60 | Over 1.5 | 34.5% @ 3.50Low |
62.7% High@ 1.52 | Under 1.5 | 65.5% @ 1.30High |
14.3% Very Low@ 7.00 | Over 2.5 | 12.5% @ 11.00Very Low |
85.7% Very High@ 1.13 | Under 2.5 | 87.5% @ 1.07Very High |
4.3% Very Low@ 19.00 | Over 3.5 | 3.6% @ 29.00Very Low |
95.7% Very High@ 1.03 | Under 3.5 | 96.5% @ 1.01Very High |
Value Bets and Betting Odds Comparison for Preston vs Derby Saturday, Jan 17th, 2026 at 9:00 Football
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Trends for Preston vs Derby Football 17 Jan, 2026 9:00
🤖 AI Pattern Insights
Our model identified 4 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:
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BTTS Magnet
Both teams score in 75% of recent matches — strong BTTS pattern
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Both teams convert chances efficiently (80%+ conversion) — expect goals from limited opportunities
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Unlock Premium InsightsComprehensive betting trends for Preston vs Derby, grouped by market type. Including recent form and head-to-head history.
🏆 Match Winner — Derby @ 3.40 ✅ 
✅Derby
- UnbeatenH2H4/580%Derby are unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
- Above League AverageLeague10/1070.5%Derby score 1.60 goals/match in away matches (+21% above league average)
- Efficient ScoringRecent20/2291%Derby efficiently convert chances (high accuracy) in 20 of their last 22 Championship matches
❌Preston
- Not WinH2H4/580%Preston have not won in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
⚽ Both Teams To Score — Yes @ 2.08 ⚠️ 
Preston(1 trends)
- BTTS FriendlyLeague8/1267%Preston score (1.33/match) and concede (1.00/match) regularly at home - BTTS in 67% of matches (league avg: 60%)
Derby(1 trends)
- BTTS FriendlyLeague7/1070%Derby score (1.60/match) and concede (1.20/match) regularly in away matches - BTTS in 70% of matches (league avg: 60%)
🎯 Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Under 2.5 @ 1.60 ⚠️ 
Derby(1 trends)
- Above League AverageLeague10/1070.5%Derby score 1.60 goals/match in away matches (+21% above league average)

Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- Under 2.5 GoalsH2H5/5100%Under 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 5 H2H matches (100.0%%)
🛡️ Double Chance — Derby Win or Draw @ 1.67 ✅ 
✅Derby
- UnbeatenH2H4/580%Derby are unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
- Undefeated at HTH2H4/580%Derby are undefeated at half time in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
❌Preston
- Not WinH2H4/580%Preston have not won in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
⚡ Team Total Goals — Derby Over 1.5 Goals @ 3.50 ⚠️ 
✅Derby
- Above League AverageLeague10/1070.5%Derby score 1.60 goals/match in away matches (+21% above league average)
🟨 Cards Over/Under — Over 3.5 Cards @ 1.62 ✅ 
Preston(2 trends) — avg 2.2 (+12% above league)
- Many CardsH2H4/580%Preston receive 2+ cards in 4 of their last 5 Championship matches
- High Card MatchesLeague22/2290%Preston average 2.2 cards/match in all matches (+19% above league avg 1.8) — rank #3 in league
Derby(1 trends) — avg 2.3 (+17% above league)
- High Card MatchesLeague22/2290%Derby average 2.3 cards/match in all matches (+26% above league avg 1.8) — rank #1 in league
🚩 Corners Over/Under — Under 9.5 Corners @ 2.02 ⚠️ 
Preston(1 trends) — avg 4.7 (-8% below league)
- Few CornersRecent18/2282%Preston win 4 or fewer corners in 18 of their last 22 Championship matches
Derby(1 trends) — avg 4.4 (-11% below league)
- Few CornersLeague10/1076%Derby average 4.4 corners/match in away matches (-11% below league avg 5.0)
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Preston vs Derby
🔮 Main Prediction by Periods
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚔️ Team Comparison
🏠 Preston
✈️ Derby
⏰ Match Periods Analysis
📊 Periods Explanation:
Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.
First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.
Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.
Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.
🏠 Preston - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
✈️ Derby - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
🏆 Detailed Team Analysis
🏠 Preston - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
⚡ Pressure Analysis
⏰ Timing Patterns
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
✈️ Derby - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
⚡ Pressure Analysis
⏰ Timing Patterns
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods
- Overall Result: Preston has an advantage in the match
- Home Handicap: Consider Preston handicap
- Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
- Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams
📊 Factor Breakdown
💡 Factor Explanations:
Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.
Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.
Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).
Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.
📝 Detailed Summary
🏠 Home Team Analysis (Preston):
Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
✈️ Away Team Analysis (Derby):
Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:
Teams are approximately equal in strength across all periods. Consider bets on draw, low total goals, or exact score.
Preston vs Derby Head-to-head statistics for Sat 17 Jan, 2026 @ 9:00 Championship
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Preston vs Derby: Pre-match Stats Comparison
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