Preston/Hull

Preston and Hull are both in the relegation zone of the Championship. Preston have only won one of their last 7 matches and that was against a dismal Crystal Palace who are bottom of the table. Hull have only won 3 games all season – fewer than any other team. Preston have lost more matches this season (10) than any other team in the Championship. They have also conceded the most goals (33) and have the fewest clean sheets (1). This has got draw written all over it although most bookies marginally favour Preston.

Neither team has appeared on Picklive before. It’s hard to suggest players from two teams playing at such a triumphant peak of mediocrity. I would have gone with John Bostock, from Hull, but he is suspended for this match. I might consider Kevin Kilbane – he has a couple of goals this season from midfield. Robert Koren is Hull’s top scorer this season with a pathetic 3 goals – he is also a midfielder and is due back tonight after a hamstring injury.

I think that Preston players offer better value. Striker Jon Parkin has 7 goals this season...not too bad but he also has the worst disciplinary record in the team with 7 yellow cards. Keith Treacy (midfielder) has had 45 shots on goal – 28 on target and has hit the woodwork 4 times. Callum Davidson’s experience also makes him a certainty for my pick – he is also widely regarded as Preston’s best player this season.

Good luck!

Warriors
(Robin Warr)