Derby County vs Norwich: Match Prediction for the English Championship
On September 28, Derby County will host Norwich at Pride Park. At first glance, the home team appears to be the favorite, but we shouldn't underestimate the visitors, as both clubs are close in the league standings. Who will come out on top in this matchup, and what betting options should be considered? Find the answer in our prediction.

Command Analysis

Derby County

Current Form
Derby County has been performing fairly well in the Championship this season, recording three wins and suffering three losses. In their last outing, the team lost to Sheffield United (0-1), but previously they secured a one-goal victory over Cardiff, scoring midway through the first half. The squad registered 14 shots on target, yet the visitors controlled much of the match. Consequently, they sit in 10th place on the table with nine points, just two points shy of the top six.
Injuries and Suspensions
The following players will miss the game due to injuries: Ozoh, Rooney, Thompson, and Wilson.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The team has managed to score more than one goal only twice this season
- Matches involving Derby County average 2.5 goals
Projected Lineup: Zetterstrom, Nyambe, Nelson, Kashin, Elder, Gaudman, Osborn, Adams, Jackson, Yates, Mendes-Lang.

Norwich City

Current Form
Norwich is currently a typical mid-table team in the Championship but has set its sights on returning to the top tier of English football. The management understands the task ahead, yet achieving this will be quite challenging. In the new Championship season, Norwich has played six matches, securing two wins, suffering two losses, and earning two draws. In their latest outing, the team claimed a convincing 4-1 victory against Watford. They currently sit in 11th place with eight points.
Injuries and Suspensions
Barnes, Fassnacht, and Sørensen will miss the upcoming match due to injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The number "1" has appeared in the final score of four out of the last five matches for the team
- Norwich has recorded just one win against opponents in their last five games
Expected Lineup: Gunn, Fischer, Duffy, Doyle, Córdoba, Núñez, McLean, Schwartau, Krnjak, Sainz, Sargent.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 1:0
In the last two matches Derby County has recorded this score
9.00Bet 1st Half: Draw
In 2 of the last 3 home matches there has been a draw in the first half
2.20Bet 2nd Half: Derby County to Score
In 2 of the last 3 games the Rams scored in the second half
1.83Tip and bets
Since the start of the season, the home team remains undefeated with three victories. For Derby County, this will be their fourth home match, and the squad will be extremely cautious and motivated. The Rams have shown solid form, with just one loss in their last five head-to-head encounters. We believe the hosts will leverage their home advantage and secure a win.
Prediction - Derby County to win at odds of 2.75
Team Goals Bet
Although Derby County is performing better in the Championship than their opponent, they often struggle to score against them in head-to-head encounters. In fact, the last two meetings have ended without either team scoring.
Prediction - both teams to not score at odds of 2.05
Total Goals Bet
Both teams are aiming for a more high-scoring affair when they clash. In their last three encounters on the Rams' pitch, fewer than 2.5 goals have been scored. We believe that a goal frenzy is unlikely, just like in their previous matchup in Derby.
Prediction - total goals under 2.5 at odds of 1.85