Derby look to make the most of their home advantage when they take on Bristol City in the Championship this weekend.
Saturday's hosts claimed a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough in their last home game but face a tricky task against the Robins who have avoided defeat in their opening three fixtures.
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Derby vs Bristol City prediction: Possible stalemate on the cards?
Key stats
- Derby have only won one of their last six games against Bristol City.
- Both teams have scored in four of the hosts' last six outings.
- Four of Bristol City's last six matches have produced goals at both ends of the pitch.
Correct score prediction: Derby 1-1 Bristol City
Derby have only scored more than one goal in one of their opening three league games this season while Bristol City have scored at least one goal in each of their three league games, two of which ended in 1-1 draws.
Pre-game odds and win probability: The Robins are the slight favourite
- HOME: 19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 31/20 (2.55) – 39.2%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Bristol City are the expected winner of this game with a probability of 39.2%, but we're expecting a close game between the pair.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Bristol City dominate
Saturday's guests have won four and lost one of their last five meetings with Derby in the Championship, running out 3-1 victors when the pair last locked horns in 2022.
England Championship 23/04/22
Derby
Bristol City
England Championship 04/12/21
Bristol City
Derby
England Championship 30/01/21
Derby
Bristol City
England Championship 21/11/20
Bristol City
Derby
England Championship 12/02/20
Bristol City
Derby
Derby preview: Made a positive start to life back in the Championship
Since Derby lost their opening game against Blackburn Rovers, performances have improved for the Rams who have four points from a possible nine.
A 1-0 win in their only home game of the season so far against Middlesbrough suggests that the Rams might have what it takes to avoid relegation back to League One this season.
Kane Wilson, Eiran Cashin and Jake Rooney look set to miss the Bristol City game through injury.
Predicted Lineup: Widell Zetterstrom (GK), Nelson, Bradley, Elder, Nyambe, Adams, Goudmijn, Ozoh, Mendez-Laing, Jackson & Yates
England Championship 31/08/24
W
Bristol City
0
Derby
3
England EFL Cup 27/08/24
L
Barrow
0 (3)
Derby
0 (2)
England Championship 24/08/24
L
Watford
2
Derby
1
England Championship 17/08/24
W
Middlesbrough
0
Derby
1
England EFL Cup 13/08/24
W
Chesterfield
1
Derby
2
Bristol City preview: Looking for first away win
Bristol City claimed a 1-1 draw in their last home game against Coventry, their third draw in their last five outings.
Summer signing Fally Mayulu has impressed in the early stages of the campaign with the striker scoring twice in his opening three appearances since making the move from Austrian side Rapid Vienna.
The visitors could be without defenders Rob Atkinson and Ross McCrorie for the trip to the Midlands, while midfielder Yu Hirakawa has been ruled out of the contest.
Predicted Lineup: O’Leary (GK), Dickie, Vyner, Tanner, Pring, Sykes, Williams, Twine, Bird, Knight & Armstrong
England Championship 31/08/24
L
Derby
3
Bristol City
0
England Championship 24/08/24
D
Coventry
1
Bristol City
1
England Championship 17/08/24
W
Millwall
3
Bristol City
4
England EFL Cup 13/08/24
L
Coventry
1
Bristol City
0
England Championship 10/08/24
D
Hull
1
Bristol City
1
Player to watch – Nathaniel Mendez-Laing
Nathaniel Mendez-Laing has made quite a career for himself in England, representing 11 different teams since signing as a pro for Wolves back in 2009.
The 32-year-old Guatemalan winger, who has 11 caps for his country, joined Derby County in 2022 and has chipped in with goals and assists over the last two seasons, helping to guide the club back into the Championship.
Will Derby's Guatemalan international provide a creative spark this weekend?
Mendez-Laing scored 10 times in 50 appearances across league and cup last season and has already provided two assists for his teammates in Derby's opening three league games.
