{"id":1481557,"date":"2026-08-25T16:40:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:40:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1481557"},"modified":"2026-08-25T16:40:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:40:13","slug":"preston-vs-everton-predictions-betting-tips-26-08-2026","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/preston-vs-everton-predictions-betting-tips-26-08-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Preston vs Everton predictions and betting tips: Toffees backed to progress at Deepdale"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Championship Preston North End host Premier League Everton in the Carabao Cup second round at Deepdale, with the Toffees strong favourites at 40\/85.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everton are backed to progress after a bright start to the season, but cup football can spring surprises. We\u2019ve got the best bets, our score prediction and the head-to-head record below. Kick-off is at 8pm BST on Wednesday, 26 August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Premium Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everton\u2019s quality should tell, but Preston will make life awkward on home soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premium Tip<\/th>Odds<\/th>Why we\u2019re backing it<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Everton to win<\/strong><\/td>6\/11 (with SpreadEx)<\/td>Everton made a strong start to the Premier League season, beating Crystal Palace 2-0 as David Moyes\u2019 side showed their quality and defensive organisation. Preston, meanwhile, have lost both of their Championship games so far and face a significant step up in class against Premier League opposition. With Everton carrying momentum and possessing the stronger squad, back the Toffees to progress in the EFL Cup.<\/td><\/tr>
Beto anytime scorer<\/strong><\/td>7\/5 (Virgin Bet)<\/td>Beto remains one of Everton\u2019s biggest goal threats and has already shown his quality in cup competition, scoring against Mansfield in last season\u2019s Carabao Cup. He also scored twice against Chelsea last season, underlining his ability to punish weaker defensive units. With Preston losing their opening two Championship games and Everton expected to rotate, Beto should have opportunities to make the difference. Back the Everton striker to score at 7\/5 with Virgin Bet.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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How Preston North End go into the game<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It has been a tough start for Preston, beaten 2-1 at Bolton and 3-1 at home by Wolves in the Championship. A cup tie against top-flight opposition is a chance to lift the mood at Deepdale, where the tight pitch and a passionate home crowd can unsettle bigger sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Everton go into the game<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everton are flying early on, opening their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace. David Moyes will likely rotate, but the strength in depth of a top-flight squad should still see them through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preston North End vs Everton head-to-head<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These two have not met in recent years, so there is no meaningful modern head-to-head to lean on \u2014 and that unfamiliarity can sometimes play into a lower-league side\u2019s hands on a cup night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preston North End vs Everton predictions & betting tips<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We\u2019re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Everton to win<\/strong><\/td>\n6\/11<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nClass gap and in-form visitors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Beto anytime scorer<\/strong><\/td>\n7\/5<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nEverton\u2019s main striker should get chances.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/6<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nEverton carry the greater threat.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both teams to score<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nPreston can nick one in front of their own fans.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Everton to win 2-0<\/strong><\/td>\n13\/2<\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nOur headline scoreline for the visitors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n
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Preston North End vs Everton score prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re going for a 2-0 Everton win. The Toffees have the firepower and form to control the tie, though Preston will make them work for it on the night. Score prediction: Preston North End 0-2 Everton (13\/2 with bet365).<\/p>\n\n\n\n