Middlesbrough vs Derby: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Middlesbrough vs Derby
• Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
• Venue: Riverside Stadium

Middlesbrough will be looking to bounce back after a couple of disappointing results, particularly that heavy home defeat to Coventry. With a predicted 3-4-1-2 formation, they'll aim to use the width of Silvera and Conway to stretch Derby's defence. The midfield duo of Hackney and Morris will be crucial in controlling the tempo of the game and providing service to the forwards.

Derby, on the other hand, comes into this match with strong form, having won four of their last five games. Their 3-4-2-1 setup should allow them to maintain a solid defensive structure while exploiting the attacking prowess of Brereton and Agyemang to create gaps in Middlesbrough's backline. This match could be closely contested, but Derby's recent run of form might just give them the edge.

Match Prediction: Middlesbrough 1-2 Derby

Middlesbrough's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses, two draws, and just one win in their last five matches. The heavy defeat at home to Coventry will be a particular concern, as it suggests vulnerabilities in their defence.

However, the win against Birmingham and the draws against Oxford United and Leicester show they can still compete, but they'll need to find more consistency to challenge a confident Derby side.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 2-4 vs Coventry (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Oxford United (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Birmingham (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Watford (A)

Derby have been in excellent form, winning four out of their last five games. Their only loss came against Watford, but they've bounced back well with victories against strong teams like Swansea, Blackburn, Hull City, and Sheffield United. This run of form will give them a lot of confidence heading into this match against Middlesbrough, and they'll be looking to continue their winning streak.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Swansea (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Watford (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Blackburn (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Hull City (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Sheffield Utd (A)

The head-to-head record between Middlesbrough and Derby shows a closely contested rivalry. In their most recent encounter, Middlesbrough won 1-0, but Derby had previously beaten them 1-0. The two teams have had mixed results in the past, with Middlesbrough winning 4-1 in February 2022 and Derby winning 2-1 in February 2021. This suggests that either team could come out on top in their upcoming match.

Recent Championship Results

• Middlesbrough 1-0 Derby (01 Mar 2025)

• Derby 1-0 Middlesbrough (17 Aug 2024)

• Middlesbrough 4-1 Derby (12 Feb 2022)

• Derby 0-0 Middlesbrough (21 Aug 2021)

• Derby 2-1 Middlesbrough (13 Feb 2021)

• Dael Fry (Muscle) - Doubt

• Abdoulaye Kanté (Groin) - Doubt

• Darragh Lenihan (Ankle) - Doubt

• Seny Dieng (Achilles) - Doubt

• George Edmundson (Hip) - Doubt

• David Strelec (Muscle) - Doubt

• David Ozoh (Thigh) - Out

• Max Johnston (Hamstring) - Out

• Carlton Morris (Knee) - Out

• Rhian Brewster (Muscle) - Out

• Dion Sanderson (Suspended) - Out

• Lewis Travis (Calf) - Doubt

• Owen Beck (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Brynn (GK), Ayling (DF), Jones (DF), Brittain (DF), Browne (MF), Hackney (MF), Morris (MF), Silvera (MF), McGree (MF), Whittaker (AT), Conway (AT)

Middlesbrough's predicted 3-4-1-2 formation will see them use wing-backs Brittain and Ayling to provide width and support to forwards Whittaker and Conway. The midfield duo of Hackney and Morris will be key in controlling the game and feeding the attackers.

• Predicted lineup: Zetterström (GK), Langås (DF), Batth (DF), Clarke (DF), Ward (MF), Clark (MF), Adams (MF), Elder (MF), Agyemang (MF), Brereton (MF), Salvesen (AT)

Derby's 3-4-2-1 setup should allow them to maintain a solid defensive structure with Langås, Batth, and Clarke at the back. The attacking trio of Agyemang, Brereton, and Salvesen will look to exploit any gaps in Middlesbrough's defence, supported by the energetic midfield quartet of Ward, Clark, Adams, and Elder.

• Silvera vs Langås: Silvera's pace and dribbling skills will be tested against Langås's defensive solidity.

• Hackney vs Adams: Hackney's midfield control will be crucial against Ward's energy in the centre of the park.

• Morris (Middlesbrough): Morris's role in dictating the tempo and providing key passes will be vital for Middlesbrough.

• Brereton (Derby): Brereton's goal-scoring threat and ability to create chances will be key for Derby's attack.

Middlesbrough vs Derby at 15:00 GMT on Saturday, 29 November 2025, isn't being broadcast live for viewers in the UK.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Middlesbrough 1-2 Derby.

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