Derby vs Coventry: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips Predictions

Derby vs Coventry Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Match Details: 16 August 2025 | Pride Park Stadium | EFL Championship – Round 2 | 11:30 GMT

Derby County host Coventry City in a pivotal early-season Championship showdown at Pride Park, looking to bounce back from a frustrating opening weekend. An algorithm powered by form, H2H and home advantage leans towards a Derby win or draw.

Derby vs Coventry Predicted Lineups

Derby County (likely 4-4-2): Vickers; Nyambe, Clarke, Forsyth, Elder; Thompson, Goudmijn, Adams, Blackett-Taylor; Jackson, Morris

Coventry City (likely 4-2-3-1): Rushworth; van Ewijk, Thomas, Kitching, DaSilva; Torp, Grimes; Sakamoto, Rudoni, Mason-Clark; Thomas‑Asante

Recent Derby vs Coventry Matches Analysis

Derby County:

D 1‑1 vs West Brom (Cup) L 3‑1 vs Stoke (Ch) W 2‑0 vs Atromitos (Fre) W 4‑2 vs Solihull Moors (Fre) L 1‑2 vs Burton (Fre)

Coventry City:

W 1‑0 vs Luton (Cup) D 0-0 vs Stoke (Ch) D 2‑2 vs St. Pauli (Fre) D 1‑1 vs Real Betis (Fre) W 2‑0 vs Bristol Rovers (Fre)

Best Derby vs Coventry Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Derby to Win or Draw @ 1.53 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted Derby to Win or Draw in this fixture. Their superior form, home advantage, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Derby vs Coventry

Derby County:

Matt Clarke (Defender) – Defensive rock, whose positioning and leadership will be key at the back.

Josh Vickers (Goalkeeper) – Poised under pressure, and with a big save could swing momentum.

Coventry City:

Haji Wright (Striker) – Club-record recruit, prolific in 2023–24 with 16 Championship goals; pivotal to City’s attacking threat.

Matt Grimes (Midfield) – The midfield anchor; disciplined, good on ball retention and drives transitions.

Derby vs Coventry Match Facts

Broadcast: Sky Sports main UK platform, with international streaming via authorized EFL services.

Venue: Pride Park (33,000 capacity).