Probable Lineups
4-2-3-1
3-4-2-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.6
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.4)
26.3
Average Age
27.6
182.1
Average Height (cm)
183.5
(0.8)
0.8
Shots pg
0.7
(0.6)
(46%)
51%
Aerial Duel Success
56%
(52%)
(0.4)
0.4
Dribbles pg
0.4
(0.5)
(1.2)
1
Tackles pg
1.2
(1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Bristol City
Preston
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Atkinson | Out | N/A | |
| Ayman Benarous | Out | N/A |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ched Evans | Out | 6.07 |
Team News
Bristol City
Preston
- Nigel Pearson will stick with a 4-2-3-1 system this season with new signings Rob Dickie and Jason Knight set to play important roles.
- Alex Scott's departure feels nearly inevitable, but the teenager remains a Bristol City player for now and could start on the opening day.
- The striker position remains a contentious one for Pearson with Sam Bell, Nahki Wells and Tommy Conway all strong options.
- Centre-back Jack Whatmough joined from recently relegated Wigan earlier in the week, but Lowe may wait to hand the defender his debut.
- Three debuts are on the cards for the away side however, with Calvin Ramsay joining midfield duo Duane Holmes and Mads Frökjaer-Jensen in the starting XI.
- Ched Evans will miss out with an injury.
