England : Championship
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DerbyLLDLL
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Our prediction
Stoke City to win
@ 2.30Goals outlook
Win probability
Odds (1X2)
Derby vs Stoke City preview
Derby host Stoke City in the Championship (England) on Saturday 17 October 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time. Here is our prediction, the odds, both teams' recent form and their head-to-head record.
Our model gives Derby a 34% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Stoke City 49%. That makes our pick Stoke City to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.30. For a safer option, the double chance X2 (Draw or Stoke City) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.40.
Goals: we expect about 3.1 goals (1.0 for Derby, 2.1 for Stoke City). The chance of three or more goals is 59%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (85% confidence).
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 12. Stoke City have 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (W-W-L-W-W), scoring 10 and conceding 6. In the table, Derby are 23rd with 7 points and Stoke City are 4th with 26 points.
Frequently asked questions
Who will win Derby vs Stoke City?
Our prediction is Stoke City to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.30. Win chances: Derby 34%, draw 17%, Stoke City 49%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Derby vs Stoke City?
We expect about 3.1 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 85% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 59%).
What time is Derby vs Stoke City?
Derby vs Stoke City (Championship) kicks off on Saturday 17 October 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Derby vs Stoke City?
The double chance X2 (Draw or Stoke City) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.40. 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 | Middlesbrough |
14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 28 |
| 2 | Wolves |
14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 27 |
| 3 | Birmingham |
14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 13 | 26 |
| 4 | Stoke City |
14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 26 |
| 5 | Swansea |
14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 26 |
| 6 | West Brom |
14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 25 |
| 7 | Southampton |
14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 24 |
| 8 | West Ham |
14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 23 |
| 9 | Sheffield Utd |
14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 10 | Portsmouth |
14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 11 | QPR |
14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 21 |
| 12 | Norwich |
14 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 18 |
| 13 | Millwall |
14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 18 |
| 14 | Blackburn |
14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -2 | 18 |
| 15 | Bristol City |
14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 18 |
| 16 | Wrexham |
14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | -2 | 17 |
| 17 | Bolton |
14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | -7 | 17 |
| 18 | Cardiff |
14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | -1 | 15 |
| 19 | Lincoln |
14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -10 | 15 |
| 20 | Watford |
14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -10 | 14 |
| 21 | Charlton |
14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -11 | 14 |
| 22 | Burnley |
14 | 1 | 7 | 6 | -8 | 10 |
| 23 | Derby |
14 | 1 | 4 | 9 | -18 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston |
14 | 1 | 2 | 11 | -18 | 5 |
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