2020-21 Championship – Preston vs Barnsley Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Preston vs Barnsley kick off? Saturday 1st May 2021 – 15:00 (UK)
Where is Preston vs Barnsley being played? Deepdale, Preston
Where can I get tickets for Preston vs Barnsley? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Preston vs Barnsley on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Preston vs Barnsley in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
PRESTON
Predicted line-up (3-5-2): Iversen; Storey, Lindsay, Hughes; van den Berg, Ledson, Browne, Whiteman, Barkhuizen; Maguire, Evans
Unavailable: Bauer (Injured), Moult (Injured), Rudd (Injured)
Questionable:
BARNSLEY
Predicted line-up (3-4-3): Collins; Sollbauer, Andersen, Helik; Brittain, Palmer, Mowatt, Styles; Woodrow, Dike, Chaplin
Unavailable: Bahre (Injured), B. Williams (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
A 1-0 victory for Barnsley over Rotherham last weekend was a fourth victory in five league matches and saw the Tykes confirm their place in the Championship playoff, a remarkable achievement for Valerien Ismael’s side who were in relegation trouble when he joined the club earlier in the season. With the pressure now off of Barnsley’s shoulders, an entertaining game should be on the cards between them and a Preston side not only safe in midtable, but coming off the back of successive Championship wins. An end-to-game contest is likely as the two teams play with a bit more freedom than you would expect normally from these sides and both teams to score may prove the smart play.
