Derby County vs Leicester City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Derby County vs Leicester City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 GMT match.

• Fixture: Derby County vs Leicester City

• Date: Saturday, 06 December 2025

• Kick-off: 12:30 GMT

• Venue: Pride Park Stadium

Derby County will look to leverage their recent form, having secured three wins in their last five matches, to challenge a Leicester City side that has struggled with consistency. The Rams' 3-5-2 formation could provide the necessary balance to counter Leicester's attacking threats, with Patrick Agyemang and Lars-Jørgen Salvesen leading the line. Derby's midfield, anchored by Bobby Clark and Ebou Adams, will be crucial in controlling the game's tempo and disrupting Leicester's play.

Leicester City, despite their recent losses, have shown they can compete, as evidenced by their wins against Stoke City and Norwich City. The absence of some key players due to injury might affect their overall dynamics, but players like Issahaku Fatawu and Jordan James will be key in driving the team forward. Leicester's 4-2-3-1 setup could exploit any defensive lapses from Derby, particularly through the flanks with Stephy Mavididi and Issahaku Fatawu.

Derby County have shown resilience in their recent performances, securing three wins out of their last five matches. Their ability to bounce back from losses, such as the 2-1 victory against Swansea City following a defeat to Watford, indicates a team with growing confidence and momentum. This form suggests they are well-positioned to put up a strong fight against Leicester City.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Swansea City (A)

• Loss: 2-3 vs Watford (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Blackburn Rovers (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Hull City (H)

Leicester City's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses in their last five games, including a heavy defeat to Southampton. However, their victories against Stoke City and Norwich City show they are capable of turning things around. The draw against Middlesbrough indicates a team that can hold their own, but they will need to find more consistency to overcome Derby.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 2-3 vs Sheffield United (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Southampton (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Stoke City (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Norwich City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Middlesbrough (H)

The head-to-head record between Derby County and Leicester City shows a pattern of dominance by Leicester, who have won four out of the last five encounters. Derby's only victory in this period was a 2-1 win in March 2013. The most recent match in January 2014 saw Leicester triumph 4-1, indicating a challenging history for Derby against their opponents.

Recent Championship Results

• Leicester City 4-1 Derby County (10 Jan 2014)
• Derby County 0-1 Leicester City (17 Aug 2013)
• Derby County 2-1 Leicester City (16 Mar 2013)
• Leicester City 4-1 Derby County (01 Dec 2012)
• Derby County 0-1 Leicester City (23 Feb 2012)

• Carlton Morris (Knee) - Out

• Max Johnston (Hamstring) - Out

• Lewis Travis (Calf) - Doubt

• Owen Beck (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Rhian Brewster (Muscle) - Doubt

• David Ozoh (Thigh) - Doubt

• Caleb Okoli (Shoulder) - Out

• Victor Kristiansen (Knee) - Out

• Harry Souttar (Achilles) - Out

• Aaron Ramsey (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Ben Nelson (Ankle) - Doubt

• Jakub Stolarczyk (Groin) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Zetterström (GK), Clarke (DF), Sanderson (DF), Langås (DF), Ward (MF), Clark (MF), Brereton Díaz (MF), Adams (MF),Elder (MF), Salvesen (AT), Agyemang (AT)

Derby County's predicted 3-5-2 formation will likely see them focus on a solid defensive structure with Clarke, Langås, and Sanderson at the back. The midfield five, comprising Elder, Ward, Brereton Díaz, Adams, and Clark, will be key in maintaining possession and supporting the attacking duo of Agyemang and Salvesen.

• Predicted lineup: Begovic (GK), Pereira (DF), Faes (DF), Vestergaard (DF), Thomas (DF), Winks (MF), James (MF), Fatawu (MF), De Cordova-Reid (MF), Mavididi (MF), Daka (AT)

Leicester City's 4-2-3-1 setup will aim to control the midfield with James and Winks, while the attacking quartet of Mavididi, De Cordova-Reid, Fatawu, and Daka will look to exploit spaces. The back four of Faes, Pereira, Vestergaard, and Thomas will need to be vigilant against Derby's counter-attacks.

• Jorgen Salvesen vs Wout Faes: Salvesen's pace and movement will test Faes' defensive positioning and recovery speed.

• Bobby Clark vs Jordan James: Clark's ability to dictate play will be crucial against James, who will look to break up Derby's rhythm.

• Patrick Agyemang (Derby County): Agyemang's goal-scoring threat and hold-up play will be vital for Derby's attacking efforts.

• Issahaku Fatawu (Leicester City): Fatawu's creativity and dribbling skills will be key in unlocking Derby's defence.

Derby County vs Leicester City at 12:30 GMT on Saturday, 06 December 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on ITV1, STV, Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports Ultra HDR, ITVx and STV Player

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