Preston have seen both teams score in four of their last five
Sunderland have conceded in six of their last seven at home
Preston have conceded in eight of their last nine away games
Defensive issues to hit Sunderland again
The opening EFL game of 2024 sees Preston head to the Stadium of Light, with Sunderland hoping to put together some better home form in the New Year. The Black Cats have had mixed returns at their own ground so far this term, while they’ve conceded in six of their last seven outings there.
The hosts have conceded 16 of their 28 goals against at their own ground this season. They meet a Preston side who have seen both teams score in four of their last five matches, which should set the stage for goals in this clash.
The visitors have kept one clean sheet across their last nine away trips. Preston have conceded in 88% of their games this term, while Sunderland have kept a clean sheet in just 28% of their Championship games this term. The pair are both looking poor at the back, so go with both teams to score in this clash.
