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Derby to win
@ 1.83Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Final score: 1 – 2 – not in our list. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
Win probability
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Derby vs Sheffield Utd preview and result
Derby and Sheffield Utd met in the Championship on Saturday 2 May 2026 at 12:30 (Nigerian time). The match finished 1 - 2, 1 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Derby a 61% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Sheffield Utd 14%. Our pick was Derby to win with 70% confidence at odds of 1.83. The pick lost this time ✗. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Derby or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.
Goals: we expect about 2.8 goals (1.5 for Derby, 1.3 for Sheffield Utd). The chance of three or more goals is 53%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (80% confidence). 3 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
Derby have 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (L-L-D-L-L), scoring 3 and conceding 14. Sheffield Utd have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (L-W-D-W-W), scoring 8 and conceding 6. In the table, Derby are 23rd with 10 points and Sheffield Utd are 10th with 22 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Derby vs Sheffield Utd?
Our pre-match prediction is Derby to win (70% confidence) at odds of 1.83. Win chances: Derby 61%, draw 25%, Sheffield Utd 14%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Derby vs Sheffield Utd?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 80% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 53%).
What time is Derby vs Sheffield Utd?
Derby vs Sheffield Utd (Championship) was played on Saturday 2 May 2026 at 12:30 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Derby vs Sheffield Utd?
The double chance 1X (Derby or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.25. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
Championship table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Birmingham |
15 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 29 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough |
15 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 29 |
| 3 | Stoke City |
15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 29 |
| 4 | Wolves |
15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 28 |
| 5 | West Brom |
15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 28 |
| 6 | Swansea |
15 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 26 |
| 7 | Southampton |
15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 24 |
| 8 | QPR |
15 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 24 |
| 9 | West Ham |
15 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 14 | 23 |
| 10 | Sheffield Utd |
15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 22 |
| 11 | Portsmouth |
15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 22 |
| 12 | Norwich |
15 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 21 |
| 13 | Blackburn |
15 | 6 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 21 |
| 14 | Cardiff |
15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 18 |
| 15 | Wrexham |
15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | -2 | 18 |
| 16 | Millwall |
15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | -4 | 18 |
| 17 | Bristol City |
15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | -8 | 18 |
| 18 | Bolton |
15 | 5 | 2 | 8 | -9 | 17 |
| 19 | Charlton |
15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | -10 | 17 |
| 20 | Watford |
15 | 4 | 3 | 8 | -10 | 15 |
| 21 | Lincoln |
15 | 4 | 3 | 8 | -11 | 15 |
| 22 | Burnley |
15 | 1 | 7 | 7 | -9 | 10 |
| 23 | Derby |
15 | 2 | 4 | 9 | -16 | 10 |
| 24 | Preston |
15 | 2 | 2 | 11 | -17 | 8 |
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