Derby County vs Queens Park Rangers: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Derby County vs Queens Park Rangers in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Derby County vs Queens Park Rangers
• Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
• Kick-off: 15:00 BST
• Venue: Pride Park Stadium

Derby County's recent form shows they're tough to beat at home, drawing three of their last four matches there. They'll be looking to exploit their solid defence and quick counter-attacks against QPR. With QPR's away form being a bit up and down, Derby might just nick this one if they can keep it tight at the back and pounce on any mistakes.

QPR have shown they can grind out results away from home, winning two of their last five away matches. They'll need to be more clinical in front of goal if they want to take all three points from Derby. It could be a close one, but QPR's attacking flair might just give them the edge if they can break down Derby's stubborn defence.

Derby's recent form has been solid, especially at home, where they've drawn three out of their last four games. They've shown they can hold their own against strong teams like Southampton and Norwich. This resilience at home could be key against QPR, as they'll look to keep it tight and frustrate their opponents.

However, their away loss to Oxford United shows they can be vulnerable. If they can replicate their home form, they stand a good chance of getting a result. Their ability to stay disciplined and organised will be crucial in this match.

• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (H)
• 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)

QPR have had a mixed bag recently, with two wins and two draws in their last five games. Their away form has been decent, which bodes well for this match. They'll need to be sharp in attack to break down Derby's defence.

Their loss at home to Millwall shows they can be caught out, but their wins against Swansea and Bristol City show they can be dangerous on the road. If they can keep their focus and capitalise on any Derby mistakes, they could come away with a positive result.

• Win: 1-0 vs Swansea City (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Millwall (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Bristol City (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Oxford United (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)

The head-to-head record between these two teams has been competitive recently. QPR have won three of the last five encounters, including a convincing 4-0 victory earlier this year. However, Derby have also had their moments, winning two of those matches, including a 2-0 home win. This suggests we could be in for another tight contest.

• Queens Park Rangers 4-0 Derby County (14 Feb 2025)
• Derby County 2-0 Queens Park Rangers (05 Oct 2024)
• Queens Park Rangers 1-0 Derby County (18 Apr 2022)
• Derby County 1-2 Queens Park Rangers (29 Nov 2021)
• Queens Park Rangers 0-1 Derby County (23 Jan 2021)

• Curtis Nelson (Knee) - Out

• Owen Beck (Muscle) - Out

• Liam Thompson (Knee) - Out

• Lewis Travis (Calf) - Out

• Ebou Adams (Suspended) - Out

• Ziyad Larkeche (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Joe Walsh (Wrist) - Out

• Jake Clarke-Salter (Hip) - Doubt

• Kwame Poku (Unknown) - Doubt

Predicted lineup: Zetterström (GK), Johnston (DF), Sanderson (DF), Clarke (DF), Elder (DF), Ozoh (MF), Clark (MF), Brewster (MF), Morris (MF), Brereton (MF), Agyemang (AT)

Derby's predicted lineup suggests they'll rely on their solid defence and quick transitions. With Clark and Ozoh in midfield, they'll look to control the game and hit QPR on the break.

Predicted lineup: Nardi (GK), Dunne (DF), Mbengue (DF), Cook (DF), Field (DF), Madsen (MF), Hayden (MF), Smyth (MF), Kone (MF), Saito (MF), Burrell (AT)

QPR's predicted lineup indicates they'll aim to dominate possession with Madsen and Hayden in midfield. Their attacking threat will come from Kone and Burrell, who will look to exploit any gaps in Derby's defence.

• Agyemang vs Cook: This will be a crucial battle between Derby's striker and QPR's experienced defender.

• Ozoh vs Madsen: A midfield duel to watch, with Ozoh's energy up against Madsen's creativity.

• Morris (Derby County): Morris will be key for Derby, providing attacking impetus from his attacking midfield role.

• Madsen (Queens Park Rangers): Madsen's ability to unlock defences will be vital for QPR's chances of winning.

Derby County vs Queens Park Rangers at 15:00 BST on Saturday, 25 October 2025, will not be broadcast live to UK viewers.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Derby County 1-1 Queens Park Rangers.

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