Carabao Cup

Preston North End

26 Aug 2026 20:00

Everton

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Everton to win 1.50

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Preston North End vs Everton Predictions, Picks & Odds – 26/08/2026

Carabao Cup · 2nd Round

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Preston North End's season has been a struggle so far. After scraping through the first round on penalties against Huddersfield Town, the hosts have lost consecutive Championship fixtures and sit without a league win. A worrying pattern has emerged: Preston have conceded the opening goal in every match this campaign. Deepdale, with its newly relaid pitch, will host this tie after their first-round cup match was played at Goodison Park.

Everton arrive buoyed by a convincing 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace, a result that snapped a seven-match winless streak in competitive football. David Moyes returns to the club where he both played and launched his managerial career, lending the fixture a sentimental edge. Rotation is expected, though the Toffees will retain sufficient quality to protect their status as favourites. James Garner, whose last inclusion owed to midfield injuries, is unlikely to start.

Everton's away win at 1.50 looks the standout selection here. The Toffees opened their Premier League campaign with a convincing two-nil victory over Crystal Palace, and that confidence should carry into a cup tie against lower-league opposition. Preston, by contrast, have lost two consecutive Championship fixtures and conceded the first goal in every match this season.

The head-to-head record further strengthens the case. Everton won the most recent meeting between these sides three-nil, and their broader record against Preston shows seven encounters without defeat. David Moyes knows Deepdale intimately from his playing and managerial days, which only sharpens the visitors' tactical edge despite likely squad rotation.

Backing over 2.5 goals at N/A also appeals. Preston's defensive frailties have been glaring, and Everton possess the attacking quality to exploit them even with a rotated side. A both teams to score wager at N/A holds some appeal too, given Preston's need to chase the match if they fall behind early. Odds and markets subject to change.

Trends to Know about Preston North End vs Everton

• Everton won last meeting 3-0
• Preston conceded first in every match
• Toffees unbeaten in seven head-to-heads

Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1, setting the stage for a tactically familiar contest at Deepdale. Everton's shape is drawn from credible sources, whereas Preston's is speculated, so a degree of caution is warranted before treating the home XI as settled.

For Everton, Brennan Johnson operates behind the striker in a side that carries genuine Premier League quality throughout. Preston will rely on their double pivot to contain the visitors' attacking midfield runners, with Milutin Osmajic tasked with leading the home side's threat on the counter.

How to Watch Preston North End vs Everton Match?

What time is Preston North End vs Everton?

Preston North End host Everton at Deepdale on Wednesday 26 August 2026, with kickoff set for 20:00 BST.

Where is Preston North End vs Everton being played?

This Carabao Cup second round tie takes place at Deepdale, Preston North End's home ground.

How Can I Watch Preston North End vs Everton on TV and Live Stream?

This match is available to watch on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.