Derby County vs Portsmouth Prediction

This Friday’s EFL Championship action sees Portsmouth make the trip to face Derby County at Pride Park. This is a big match given that Portsmouth are in the relegation zone and desperate to escape.

Key Stats

• Derby County have scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches, whereas Portsmouth have scored 8 in their last 5 matches
• Portsmouth haven’t lost to Derby County in their last 5 meetings (1 win, 4 draws)
• Derby County haven’t scored in their last 2 matches
• Derby County haven’t managed to win a match in their last 6 attempts

Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

Derby County Preview

Formation: 5-2-3

Predicted Line-Up: Jacob Widell Zetterström; Callum Elder, Eiran Cashin, Curtis Nelson, Nat Phillips, Joe Ward; Ebou Adams, Kenzo Goudmijn, Liam Thompson; Dajume Brown, Jerry Yates

Derby County have had an average start to the season, currently sitting in 16th place after 20 games with five wins, nine losses, and six draws. Jerry Yates has been a standout player, contributing four goals and two assists, while captain Nathaniel Méndez-Laing has also impressed with two goals and three assists. Derby will rely on these players as they face a tough challenge against a struggling Portsmouth side.

Portsmouth Preview

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Line-Up: Nicolas Schimd; Connor Ogilvie, Marlon Pack, Regan Poole, Terry Devlin; Owen Moxon, Freddie Potts; Josh Murphy, Paddy Lane, Matt Richie; Colby Bishop

Portsmouth have had a challenging season, sitting 22nd in the Championship table after 18 games with three wins, seven losses, and eight draws. Winger Josh Murphy has been a key player, contributing four goals and four assists. Manager John Mousinho will be hoping Murphy can continue his form and help Portsmouth secure a vital win.

Head To Head Stats: Derby County vs Portsmouth

These two teams have faced each other 60 times throughout history. Derby holds the advantage with 25 wins, compared to Portsmouth's 20 wins, while 15 matches have ended in draws. Recent meetings:

2nd April 2024 – Portsmouth 2-2 Derby County – League One

16th September 2023 – Derby County 1-1 Portsmouth – League One

29th April 2023 – Derby County 1-1 Portsmouth – League One

18th November 2022 – Portsmouth 0-0 Derby County – League One

12th August 2015 – Portsmouth 2-1 Derby County – Carabao Cup

Betting Tips For Derby County vs Portsmouth

Both teams have struggled in the Championship this season, with Derby unable to score in their last two matches and Portsmouth currently in the relegation zone. It’s tough to predict a winner between these sides.

Our betting experts recommend Half Time/Full Time Result: Draw/Draw as the best value tip for this game.

Odds of 4/1 mean that a £10 bet could return up to £50.

(Odds are subject to change.)

Final Prediction: Derby County vs Portsmouth

Derby County 0-0 Portsmouth

Derby haven’t scored in their last two matches, while Portsmouth rely heavily on a single player for goals. This match is likely to end in a goalless stalemate.