Derby County vs Norwich City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Derby County vs Norwich City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 BST match.

• Fixture: Derby County vs Norwich City

• Date: Tuesday, 21 October 2025

• Kick-off: 19:45 BST

• Venue: Pride Park Stadium

Match Prediction: Derby County 2-1 Norwich City

Derby County might just nick this one. They've been drawing a lot lately, showing they can hold their own, but those losses to Oxford and Preston will sting. They'll need to be sharp up front, especially with Morris leading the line. If they can keep it tight at the back and nick a goal or two, they're in with a shout.

Norwich City, on the other hand, have been struggling. They’ve had four losses in their last five, and they'll be desperate to turn things around. They've got the firepower with Sargent up top, but they need to tighten up at the back. If they can find their form, they could cause Derby some problems, but it's a big if.

Derby's recent form has been a bit of a mixed bag. Three draws in a row show they can compete, but those losses to Oxford and Preston will be a concern. They'll need to be more clinical in front of goal if they want to beat Norwich. If they can keep their heads and play their game, they've got a good chance.

Recent Championship results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Oxford United (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Southampton (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Charlton Athletic (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Wrexham (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Preston North End (H)

Norwich have been on a rough run lately. Four losses in their last five games is not what you want to see. They've been leaking goals, and that's something they'll need to fix if they want to get anything from this game. If they can shore up the defence and get Sargent firing, they might just pull off a surprise.

Recent Championship results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Bristol City (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Ipswich Town (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs West Bromwich Albion (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Stoke City (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Wrexham (H)

The head-to-head record between these two is pretty even. In their last five meetings, both teams have won twice, with one draw. The most recent clash ended in a 1-1 draw, but before that, Norwich nicked a 3-2 win at Derby. It's always a close contest when these two meet, and this one should be no different.

Recent Championship results:

• Norwich City 1-1 Derby County (08 Feb 2025)

• Derby County 2-3 Norwich City (28 Sep 2024)

• Derby County 0-1 Norwich City (10 Apr 2021)

• Norwich City 0-1 Derby County (03 Oct 2020)

• Norwich City 3-4 Derby County (29 Dec 2018)

• Curtis Nelson (Knee) - Doubt
• Sondre Langås (Knee) - Doubt
• Owen Beck (Muscle) - Doubt
• Corey Blackett-Taylor (Hamstring) - Doubt
• Liam Thompson (Knee) - Doubt

• José Córdoba (Muscle) - Out

• Mathias Kvistgaarden (Knee) - Doubt

• Ben Chrisene (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Shane Duffy (Calf) - Doubt

• Papa Amadou Diallo (Muscle) - Doubt

• Gabe Forsyth (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Anis Slimane (Hip) - Doubt

• Amankwah Forson (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Widell Zetterström (GK), Johnston (DF), Sanderson (DF), Clarke (DF), Forsyth (DF), Weimann (MF), Ozoh (MF), Adams (MF), Brereton (MF), Brewster (AT), Morris (AT)

With Morris leading the attack and Adams in midfield, Derby will look to control the game and hit Norwich on the break. The defence will need to be solid, with Forsyth and Clarke crucial in keeping Norwich's forwards quiet.

• Predicted lineup: Kovačević (GK), Stacey (DF), Medic (DF), Darling (DF), Schlupp (DF), Mattsson (MF), McLean (MF), Jurasek (MF), Marcondes (MF), Schwartau (MF), Sargent (AT)

Norwich will rely on Sargent to provide the goals, while Mattsson and Marcondes will need to pull the strings in midfield. The backline, led by Darling and Medic, will have to be at their best to keep Derby's attack at bay.

• Rhian Brewster vs Jakov Medic: This will be a key battle, with Derby's striker looking to outmuscle Norwich's defender.
• Ebou Adams vs Kenny McLean: A midfield tussle to watch, as Adams tries to dominate and McLean looks to control the game.
• Ben Brereton (Derby County): His experience and strength on Derby’s left flank could be crucial for Derby's chances.
• Emiliano Marcondes (Norwich City): Marcondes' ability to unlock defences with his passing could be the key to Norwich getting back to winning ways.

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