Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Bristol City
The final score was Preston North End 1-3 Bristol City. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
The decisive turn arrived late when Dom Ballard scored 86' for Bristol City.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Bristol City led Shots on target 4-7. Preston North End also shaded Corners 5-2.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Bristol City the favourite at 60.2% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Bristol City
60.2%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Bristol CityPreston North End
Bristol City
4
7
Corners
Preston North EndPreston North End
Bristol City
5
2
Total shots
Preston North EndPreston North End
Bristol City
18
12