Stoke City vs Preston North End — Pass Map

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Stoke City 0 – 0 Preston North End

Championship · 26 Dec 2025

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Composed deep playmaker

B. Wilmot completed 66 passes at 94.3% accuracy from 75 touches, anchoring Stoke's possession. His high-volume distribution from defence provided the platform for sustained build-up play and controlled tempo.

Midfield creativity driving chances

S. Thomas created 4 key passes with 0.266 expected assists from the middle of the park. His playmaking output gave Stoke genuine attacking opportunities throughout the match.

Tireless defensive sweeper

J. Storey recorded 20 combined defensive actions across tackles, interceptions, recoveries and clearances. His intensity and positioning were crucial to Preston's structure and prevented Stoke from dominating possession transitions.

Fresh legs unlock width

A. Cresswell delivered 2 key passes and 0.076 expected assists in just 40 minutes off the bench. His quick introduction added attacking impetus and provided Stoke with renewed width and penetration late on.