Preston started December quite impressively with a 3-match unbeaten circuit (2 wins).  However, in the last 2 rounds, this team lost.  Currently, Preston is ranked 16th in the standings with 23 points, making a 7-point difference from the relegated group while less than the promotion area (Top 6) by 9 points.

Overall, Preston's situation is quite "floating".  This round they played at home and welcomed Bristol City, the team also owned the last 2 matches that lost all.  Further, Bristol City lost 3/4 of the last game.

However, in the rankings, Bristol City is currently ranked 9th with 30 points, only 2 points behind Top 6 with a few points.  Therefore, just a few good rounds, they have the right to think about entering this area.

However, this match, Bristol City was accepted by 1/4, a sign that the visitors were not appreciated.  In fact, Preston is playing relatively stable at home (won 2, drew 1 and lost 1) in the last 4 matches.  Not to mention, the last 4 times to welcome Bristol City, Preston are invincible (2 wins) but both wins they accept 1/4 like this match.