West Bromwich Albion vs Derby County: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

• West Brom's strong start to continue with a 2-1 win over Derby County

• Recent form suggests Derby are finding their feet, but they are yet to secure a win this season

• New signings such as Samuel Illing-Junior and Alfie Gilchrist could have an impact for the Baggies

Explore Coral’s detailed preview for West Bromwich Albion vs Derby County in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: West Bromwich Albion vs Derby County

• Date: Saturday, 13 September 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: The Hawthorns

Match Prediction: West Bromwich Albion 2-1 Derby County

West Bromwich Albion, coming off a strong run of form with three wins and one draw in their last four league matches, are likely to dominate possession and push forward aggressively. Their recent victories, including a 1-0 win against Stoke City away and a 3-2 triumph over Wrexham, suggest they have the confidence and tactical nous to break down Derby's defence.

Derby County, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency, drawing twice and losing twice in their recent outings. Their leaky defence, evident in the 3-5 loss to Coventry City and the 1-3 defeat to Stoke City, could be exploited by West Brom's attacking prowess.

Derby might look to counter-attack and capitalise on any mistakes from West Brom, but their recent form indicates a lack of cohesion and defensive solidity. West Brom's ability to grind out results, as seen in their 1-0 home win against Blackburn Rovers, could be crucial in this match. The Baggies' home advantage and superior recent performances should see them edge out Derby in a closely contested encounter.

West Bromwich Albion have been in excellent form, securing three wins and one draw in their opening four league matches. Their ability to win tight games, as demonstrated by their 1-0 victories against Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers, showcases their defensive resilience and clinical finishing. This form should give them a significant boost as they prepare to face Derby County at home. Derby may prove tough opponents, but West Brom’s recent performances suggest they have the depth to cope.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Win: 3-2 vs Wrexham (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Blackburn Rovers (H)

Derby County have had a mixed bag of results recently, with two draws and two losses in their last four games. Their defence has been particularly vulnerable, conceding five goals against Coventry City and three against Stoke City.

This lack of defensive solidity could be a major concern as they face a confident West Brom side. The absence of Patrick Agyemang might further weaken their attacking options, making it challenging for them to secure a positive result at The Hawthorns.

Recent Championship Results:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Ipswich Town (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Bristol City (H)

• Loss: 3-5 vs Coventry City (H)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Stoke City (A)

Historically, Derby County have had the upper hand in recent encounters with West Bromwich Albion, winning three out of the last five matches and drawing one. This record might give Derby some confidence, but West Brom's current form suggests they are capable of reversing this trend.

Recent Championship Results

• West Bromwich Albion 1-3 Derby County (21 Apr 2025)

• Derby County 2-1 West Bromwich Albion (26 Dec 2024)

• Derby County 1-0 West Bromwich Albion (27 Dec 2021)

• West Bromwich Albion 0-0 Derby County (14 Sep 2021)

• West Bromwich Albion 2-0 Derby County (08 July 2020)

• Daryl Dike (Thigh) - Doubt

• Tammer Bany (Muscle) - Doubt

• Corey Blackett-Taylor (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Owen Beck (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Patrick Agyemang (Hernia) - Out

• Curtis Nelson (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Griffiths, Campbell, Phillips, Mepham, Styles, Molumby, Mowatt, Wallace, Price, Johnston, Heggebø

The predicted lineup for West Bromwich Albion suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure while leveraging their attacking options. Their recent form indicates they can adapt effectively to any formation that faces them.

Right-back Alfie Gilchrist arrived late in the summer transfer window from Chelsea and is expected to be in the Baggies squad. Exciting youngster Samuel Iling-Junior could also make his debut after arriving on loan from Aston Villa on the final day of the transfer window, while experienced left-back Charlie Taylor will be hoping for his first appearance after joining on deadline day from Burnley.

• Zetterström, Sanderson, Clarke, Forsyth, Johnston, Travis, Adams, Elder, Brewster, Clark, Morris

Derby County's predicted lineup suggests a need to strengthen their defence, which has been a weak point in recent games. The inclusion of key players like Matt Clarke and Dion Sanderson will be crucial in trying to contain West Brom's attacking threats.

Chilean international forward Ben Brereton Díaz will be hoping to make his debut after completing a loan move from Southampton.

• Chris Mepham vs Rhian Brewster: Mepham's defensive solidity will be tested by Brewster's pace and finishing ability.

• Alex Mowatt vs Lewis Travis: Mowatt’s creativity and experience will be crucial in overcoming Travis' defensive efforts.

• Callum Styles (West Bromwich Albion): Styles has been a key component in West Brom's recent successes, providing pace and energy from his full-back position.

• Jacob Widell Zetterström (Derby County): Zetterström's performance in goal will be vital for Derby, especially given their defensive struggles.

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