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Nova
Tip:BTTS: Yes @ odds 1.75✓ Won
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⚡ Why this pick
Preston lost 1-2 to Watford.
QPR drew 0-0 with Charlton Athletic.
Rumarn Burrell is expected to lead QPR's attack.
Callum Lang is expected to start for Pres
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Queens Park Rangers
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
16
↓82′
Burrell
52
↓46′
Scarlett
20
Vale
17
⚽
Poku
18
Kamara
24
Madsen
19
Cirkin
5
Edwards
3
Dunne
27
↓65′
Salif Mbengue
1
Charles
Bench (16)
Kealey Adamson ↑19′ · Koki Saito ↑46′ · Paul Smyth ↑65′⚽ · Paul Smyth ↑65′⚽ · Alfie Lloyd ↑82′ · Liam Morrison · Jake Clarke-Salter · Calum Ward · Isak Alemayehu Mulugeta · Jonathan Varane · Jimmy Dunne · Tariq Lamptey · Ilias Chair · Karamoko Dembele · Richard Kone · Boy Kemper
Coach · Julien Stephan
Match Preview
Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-17 14:47 UTC
QPR look to capitalise on Preston's transition at Loftus Road
With Rumarn Burrell expected to lead the line at Loftus Road, Queens Park Rangers will look to leverage their attacking momentum against a Preston North End side currently in a state of flux. The forward's movement will be pivotal in unlocking a visiting defence that is looking for stability under interim leadership. As the Championship season progresses, this match serves as a significant test of QPR's ability to impose themselves against a side desperate for a turning point.
A side in transition
Preston North End arrive in west London under the guidance of interim coach Jason Euell following the departure of Paul Heckingbottom. The atmosphere surrounding the visitors is one of urgent adjustment, with the club seeking a swift response to a challenging start to the campaign. With limited preparation time, the expectation is that Preston will adopt a pragmatic, compact approach to frustrate their hosts and secure a much-needed result before the upcoming international break.
QPR's tactical expectations
Queens Park Rangers are expected to field a side built around the midfield trio of Harvey Vale, Kwame Poku, and Jonathan Varane, who will be tasked with dictating the tempo of the match. While the hosts are dealing with significant absences, including Ilias Chair and Paul Smyth, the depth of their squad remains a focal point for those anticipating a home-controlled affair. The expectation at Loftus Road is clear: the home side will aim to dominate possession and exploit the potential instability within the visiting ranks.
Defensive focus for the visitors
For Preston, the primary objective will be to address the late-game defensive lapses that have seen them concede five goals after the 75th minute in their recent outings. With Daniel Iversen expected in goal and a backline likely featuring Jordan Storey and Odel Offiah, the visitors must maintain their concentration for the full duration of the match. Tightening the structure will be essential if they are to withstand the pressure of a QPR side currently pushing toward the upper reaches of the table.
History and momentum
Recent meetings between these two clubs have often been closely contested affairs, with the most recent encounter on 6 April 2026 ending in a 1-1 draw. Both teams have experienced varied fortunes in their last 10 matches, but the narrative heading into this fixture is dominated by the contrasting trajectories of the two clubs. While QPR have shown resilience in recent weeks, including a 2-1 win over Cardiff City, Preston are looking to reverse a trend of difficult results that has left them searching for their rhythm.
Preston North End
4-4-2
● Confirmed
38
⚽⚽↓67′
Kenny
10
Lang
7
Devine
15
Thompson
17
↓89′
Mills
27
↓67′
Leroy
3
↓89′
Vukcevic
14
Storey
4
Clarke
16
Hughes
1
Iversen
Bench (11)
Jusef Erabi ↑67′ · Liam Gibbs ↑67′ · Pol Valentin ↑89′ · Odel Offiah ↑89′ · Liam Lindsay · Thierry Small · Lee Nicholls · Andrew Moran · Delano Burgzorg · Brad Potts · Alistair McCann
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
All Predictions
What each AI model picked for Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End
Every pick each model placed, market by market — with the odds they took.
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Recent Form
Queens Park Rangers and Preston North End's recent form
Last ten matches each side.
Queens Park Rangers
5
Wins
4
Draws
1
Losses
19
Scored
8
Conceded
3
Clean sheets
6
BTTS
12 SepCHAWest Bromwich Albion1–1Queens Park RangersD
9 SepCHACharlton Athletic0–0Queens Park RangersD
5 SepCHAQueens Park Rangers0–1MiddlesbroughL
2 SepCHAQueens Park Rangers2–1Cardiff CityW
29 AugCHABlackburn Rovers1–2Queens Park RangersW
22 AugCHAQueens Park Rangers0–0Bolton WanderersD
15 AugCHAPortsmouth1–3Queens Park RangersW
8 AugEFLQueens Park Rangers1–1MillwallD
1 AugFRIAFC Wimbledon2–3Queens Park RangersW
31 JulFRIBromley0–7Queens Park RangersW
Preston North End
1
Wins
1
Draws
8
Losses
7
Scored
19
Conceded
0
Clean sheets
6
BTTS
12 SepCHAPreston North End0–1Lincoln CityL
8 SepCHAWatford2–1Preston North EndL
5 SepCHAPreston North End2–1Blackburn RoversW
1 SepCHAPreston North End1–3Bristol CityL
29 AugCHACharlton Athletic1–0Preston North EndL
26 AugEFLPreston North End0–4EvertonL
22 AugCHAPreston North End1–3Wolverhampton WanderersL
15 AugCHABolton Wanderers2–1Preston North EndL
8 AugEFLPreston North End1–1Huddersfield TownD
1 AugFRIStockport County1–0Preston North EndL
Head to Head
Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End·last 10 meetings
6Queens Park Rangers wins
2Draws
2Preston North End wins
6 AprPreston North End1 – 1Queens Park RangersChampionship
9 Aug ’25Queens Park Rangers1 – 1Preston North EndChampionship
18 Apr ’25Preston North End1 – 2Queens Park RangersChampionship
21 Dec ’24Queens Park Rangers2 – 1Preston North EndChampionship
20 Apr ’24Queens Park Rangers1 – 0Preston North EndChampionship
1 Dec ’23Preston North End0 – 2Queens Park RangersChampionship
7 Apr ’23Queens Park Rangers0 – 2Preston North EndChampionship
17 Dec ’22Preston North End0 – 1Queens Park RangersChampionship
9 Apr ’22Preston North End2 – 1Queens Park RangersChampionship
2 Oct ’21Queens Park Rangers3 – 2Preston North EndChampionship
