Sheffield United and Derby County face each other on Saturday 11.01.2025, at 16:00 (UK Time), in a Championship 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Sheffield United's home ground, the Bramall Lane.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Sheffield United and Derby County, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Sheffield United vs Derby County
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Double Chance: Sheffield United or Draw
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Sheffield United preview
Sheffield United heads into the match with the following record in the Championship: in 12 matches, The Blades secured 3 victories, 0 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 0.75 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Sheffield United's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 3 victories so far.
Sheffield United has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 10 goals, of which 9 were scored in the Championship, resulting in an average of 0.75 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Callum O'Hare, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Callum O'Hare has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Sheffield United has conceded 20 goals in the Championship (an average of 1.67 per game) and 22 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.69 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Derby County preview
Derby County comes into the game with 12 matches played so far in the Championship. They have secured 3 victories, 5 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.17 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 3 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses.
The Rams's attack has been highly effective, scoring 15 goals during this period. Of that total, 13 were netted in the Championship, with an average of 1.08 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.07.
The Rams's offensive system is led by Carlton Morris, the team's top scorer this season. The english forward has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Patrick Agyemang. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 16 goals with an average of 1.33 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 19 goals in 14 matches, averaging 1.36 per match.
Head to head: Sheffield United vs Derby County
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Sheffield United
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W L L |
0.75 |
| Home | W L L L L |
0.6 |
| Away | L W L W L |
0.86 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 20% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.42 | 2.2 | 2.57 |
| Scored | 0.75 | 0.6 | 0.86 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.6 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 40% | 29% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 20% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 40% | 57% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 40% | 29% |
|
xG
|
1.33 | 1.61 | 1.13 |
|
xGA
|
1.45 | 1.38 | 1.5 |
Away Team
Derby County
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L D D |
1.17 |
| Home | W W D D L |
1.29 |
| Away | L D W D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 29% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.42 | 2.43 | 2.4 |
| Scored | 1.08 | 1.14 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.29 | 1.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 57% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 29% | 20% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 14% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 29% | 40% |
|
xG
|
1.01 | 1.21 | 0.74 |
|
xGA
|
1.58 | 1.43 | 1.78 |
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