Preston North End vs Wigan Prediction & Betting Tips - FA Cup
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by Nella Wagah | in FA Cup Predictions
Preston North End will put aside their promotion ambitions to focus on the FA Cup, with a home match against Wigan Athletic up next. These two clash in the third round of the cup competition, with Preston coming in after byes in the first two rounds. Let’s have a look at the prediction here.
Preston are on an impressive run in the Championship, where they are currently holding a playoff spot. They will want to carry that run of form here, seeking to post a third straight victory and a fourth clean sheet in five outings.
The Lilywhites are coming off a 2-0 win at Bristol City and are unbeaten in four home matches, though three ended in draws.
Wigan aren’t enjoying much in their season and will hope the break from League One action lifts spirits. They are coming from a 1-0 loss at Cardiff, which left them 15th in the league standings.
Wigan aren’t just sitting low in the league; the relegation threat is so real. The Latics are just three points above the bottom three and will look at the FA Cup as a welcome distraction.
One win and three defeats in their last five matches, however, doesn’t sound like a very inspiring run from Wigan. They are also winless in the last four meetings with Preston, losing three.
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The Best Betting Odds for Preston North End v Wigan Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.86 | 3.4 | 4.1 |
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1.83 | 3.3 | 4.6 |
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1.85 | 3.2 | 4.2 |
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1.83 | 3.3 | 4.25 |
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1.91 | 3.25 | 4 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Preston North End and Wigan?
Our prediction for the Preston North End vs Wigan match is: Preston North End wins.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 09/01/2026 between Preston North End and Wigan in FA Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 43.49% for a win of Preston North End against Wigan with odds of 1.91 at Betway.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Preston North End vs Wigan is 35.55% with odds of 3.55 at Tonybet.
- Our prediction model gives a 20.95% chance ⭐ for a win of Wigan vs Preston North End with odds of 4.6 at Betfred.
Preston North End - Wigan Prediction and Best Odds:
| Preston North End Wigan Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Preston North End wins | 43.49% | 1.91 at Betway |
| Under 2.5 | 51.76% | 2.25 at Tonybet |
| Both Team To Score | 75% | 2.05 at Bet365 |
| Half-time / Full-time : Preston North End/Preston North End | 19.21% | 3 at Bet365 |
Preston North End vs Wigan Form
Preston North End and Wigan Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2026 - Championship
1 Jan 2026 - Championship
29 Dec 2025 - Championship
26 Dec 2025 - Championship
20 Dec 2025 - Championship
13 Dec 2025 - Championship
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
1 Jan 2026 - Championship
20 Dec 2025 - Championship
9 Dec 2025 - Championship
6 Dec 2025 - Championship
21 Nov 2025 - Championship
5 Nov 2025 - Championship
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2026 - Championship
29 Dec 2025 - Championship
26 Dec 2025 - Championship
13 Dec 2025 - Championship
29 Nov 2025 - Championship
25 Nov 2025 - Championship
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2026 - League One
1 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
1 Jan 2026 - League One
20 Dec 2025 - League One
6 Dec 2025 - FA Cup
2 Dec 2025 - League One
29 Nov 2025 - League One
1 Nov 2025 - FA Cup
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
4 Jan 2026 - League One
29 Dec 2025 - League One
26 Dec 2025 - League One
13 Dec 2025 - League One
22 Nov 2025 - League One
11 Nov 2025 - EFL Trophy
Preston North End vs Wigan Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
8 Feb 2020 - Championship
Most goals and assists
Preston North End
Wigan
L. Dobbin
(7 Goals)
P. Mullin
(5 Goals)
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F. Murray
(5 Goals)
L. Dobbin
(4 Assists)
Preston North End - Wigan Key Points
- Preston posted wins in their last two matches.
- Wigan lost three of their last four meetings with Preston.
- Wigan have suffered three defeats in the last five matches.
- Preston lost only two of their last 10 home games, winning four.
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Our Preston North End vs Wigan Prediction
Preston have the right momentum coming into this game, after winning their last two matches. Playing in a higher league might be a factor here, but that’s not all. They are in good form and have dominated this particular fixture, winning three times in the last four meetings between these sides.
Twice in the last four meetings with Wigan, Preston kept clean sheets. Wigan are on a poor run, having lost three of their last five matches. They also travel for this game, having won only two of their last 10 away encounters. Our prediction for Preston North End v Wigan is that Preston North End wins.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Preston North End Wigan
| Preston North End vs Wigan | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston North End wins | 1.57 | 1.86 | +18.5% |
| Draw | 3.9 | 3.4 | -12.8% |
| Wigan wins | 4.8 | 4.1 | -14.6% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Preston North End is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have increased by 18.5% since opening
- The probability of this result was 63.7% and is now 53.8% (-9.9%)
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