Main prediction: West Ham to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance West Ham
Other market: over 10.5 corners
A clash with history. West Ham and Derby County are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 05/09, at London Stadium, at 15:00.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, West Ham have won 2 time(s). Derby County have won 1. West Ham have a 68.027210884354% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.
Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for West Ham vs Derby County in the EFL Championship 2026/27.
Prediction for West Ham vs Derby County
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Overview West Ham vs Derby County
West Ham are favourites, with odds of 1.47 and a 68.027210884354% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards West Ham United F.C., with 4 win(s) against 1 for Derby County. The odds for a Derby County (The Rams) Limited win are 9.524 and a draw is 11.
In the English Championship, West Ham have accumulated 1 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 8 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded. Divine Mukasa leads the scoring chart with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, Derby County have accumulated 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded, with Samuel Szmodics as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between West Ham and Derby County
In 5 clashes, West Ham have the advantage over Derby County: 4 win(s) against 1 and 0 draw(s). The most recent was on 30/01/2023, in the FA Cup. West Ham won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for West Ham vs Derby County, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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West Ham: current form
West Ham's attack is firing: an average of 2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the EFL Championship:
1 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.25 point(s) per match
8 goals scored (2 per match)
Top scorer: Divine Mukasa (2 goal(s))
Derby County: current form
Meanwhile, Derby County are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the EFL Championship:
1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 1 point(s) per match
5 goals scored (1.25 per match)
Top scorer: Samuel Szmodics (2 goal(s))
West Ham vs Derby County key players
In the EFL Championship, Divine Mukasa carries West Ham United F.C.'s attack with 2 goal(s).
The playmaker is Jarrod Bowen, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Jarrod Bowen has 9 goal(s).
On the other side, Samuel Szmodics is the name that frightens the most for The Rams with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Bobby Clark leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Carlton Morris has accumulated 12 goal(s).
West Ham vs Derby County statistics in the EFL Championship
West Ham have an average of 12.25 corners and 2.25 cards per match. Meanwhile, Derby County have 11.75 corners and 3.25 cards. See the numbers for West Ham vs Derby County in the table below.
West Ham
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W L D |
1.6 |
| Home | W L W W L |
1.8 |
| Away | D W D L L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.75 | 4.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 2.5 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.75 | 2 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.69 | 2.13 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.53 | 1.33 | 1.73 |
Derby County
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L D L L |
0.8 |
| Home | L D L L W |
0.8 |
| Away | W L W L L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3 | 3.5 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 1 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.75 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 0% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.34 | 1.33 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.99 | 2.21 | 1.77 |
More tips for West Ham vs Derby County
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Correct score prediction for West Ham vs Derby County
The favoritism in the odds points to West Ham. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: West Ham 1-0 Derby County. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch West Ham vs Derby County
Check out where to watch the live match between Derby County and West Ham:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for West Ham and Derby County
The line-ups for West Ham vs Derby County in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
West Ham United F.C. line-up
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1
Mads Hermansen
Goalkeeper
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2
Kyle Walker-Peters
Defender
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3
Max Kilman
Defender
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7
Arne Engels
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9
Joël Piroe
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10
Manor Solomon
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14
Divine Mukasa
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15
Konstantinos Mavropanos
Defender
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19
Pablo
Forward
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20
Jarrod Bowen
Forward
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30
Oliver Scarles
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Derby County (The Rams) Limited line-up
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1
Jacob Widell Zetterström
Goalkeeper
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3
Craig Forsyth
Defender
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6
Sondre Klingen Langås
Defender
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8
Bobby Clark
Midfielder
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10
Rhian Brewster
Forward
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11
Samuel Szmodics
Midfielder
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18
Charlie Taylor
Defender
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20
Alex Mowatt
Midfielder
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26
Ryan Hedges
Forward
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28
Dion Sanderson
Defender
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29
Oscar Fraulo
Midfielder
The Derby County starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for West Ham vs Derby County
Match: West Ham vs Derby County
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 05/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: London Stadium
Broadcast: none scheduled
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