Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 January

Betiball's prediction for Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 23 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) preview before placing your bet.

Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA): Starting Lineups Time : 23/01/2026 16:00

Derby County
1 - 1
Finished
West Bromwich(WBA)
85' event Lars-Jorgen Salvesen / Patrick Agyemang
85' event Dion Sanderson / Ben Brereton
83' event Callum Elder
64' event Oscar Luigi Fraulo / Bobby Clark
64' event Liam Thompson / David Ozoh
64' event Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Rhian Brewster
59' event Lewis Travis
44' event Patrick Agyemang
event 90+5' Chris Mepham
event 74' Chris Mepham / Krystian Bielik
event 61' Daryl Dike / Callum Styles
event 61' Jed Wallace / Michael Johnston
event 61' Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
event 53' Jayson Molumby
event 40' Aune Heggebo
event 8' Samuel Iling / Karlan Ahearne-Grant
event 5' Karlan Ahearne-Grant
85' event Lars-Jorgen Salvesen / Patrick Agyemang
event 90+5' Chris Mepham
85' event Dion Sanderson / Ben Brereton
event 74' Chris Mepham / Krystian Bielik
83' event Callum Elder
event 61' Daryl Dike / Callum Styles
64' event Oscar Luigi Fraulo / Bobby Clark
event 61' Jed Wallace / Michael Johnston
64' event Liam Thompson / David Ozoh
event 61' Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
64' event Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Rhian Brewster
event 53' Jayson Molumby
59' event Lewis Travis
event 40' Aune Heggebo
44' event Patrick Agyemang
event 8' Samuel Iling / Karlan Ahearne-Grant
event 5' Karlan Ahearne-Grant
Derby County Derby County
Substitutions
#29 Oscar Luigi Fraulo
#28 Dion Sanderson
#16 Liam Thompson
#11 Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor
#15 Lars-Jorgen Salvesen
#14 Andreas Weimann
#12 Richard ODonnell
#19 Kayden Jackson
#3 Craig Forsyth
Derby County Derby County West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
5Shots13
1Shots on Goal4
14Fouls13
1Corner Kick6
13Free kick14
1Offside1
2Yellow card3
32Aerial1
3Save0
11Successful Tackles9
12Interceptions6
18Long pass15
0Assist1
3Successful center7
3Shots off goal4
0Hit The Post1
19Head Success21
1Blocked5
10Tackle8
5Dribbles2
20Throw-in13
441Passes313
102Attacks86
39Dangerous attacks42
0Corner Kicks(HT)3
2BigChances2
1BigChancesMissed1
5ShotsInsideBox10
0ShotsOutsideBox3
52DuelsWon53
0.86xGOT1.09
15Touches In Opposition Box23
12AccurateCrosses20
32GroundDuelsWon31
20AerialDuelsWon22
33Clearances35
West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
Substitutions
#9 Josh Maja
#12 Daryl Dike
#22 Samuel Iling
#7 Jed Wallace
#2 Chris Mepham
#20 Joshua Griffiths
#14 Alfie Gilchrist
#29 Charlie Taylor
#27 Alex Mowatt
Commentary
90+5' Goal! Chris Mepham - West Bromwich(WBA)
85' Derby County — substitution: Lars-Jorgen Salvesen / Patrick Agyemang
85' Derby County — substitution: Dion Sanderson / Ben Brereton
83' Callum Elder - Derby County receive a yellow card
74' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Chris Mepham / Krystian Bielik
64' Derby County — substitution: Oscar Luigi Fraulo / Bobby Clark
64' Derby County — substitution: Liam Thompson / David Ozoh
64' Derby County — substitution: Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor / Rhian Brewster
61' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Daryl Dike / Callum Styles
61' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Jed Wallace / Michael Johnston
61' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Josh Maja / Aune Heggebo
59' Lewis Travis - Derby County receive a yellow card
53' Jayson Molumby - West Bromwich(WBA) receive a yellow card
44' Goal! Patrick Agyemang - Derby County
40' Aune Heggebo - West Bromwich(WBA) receive a yellow card
8' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Samuel Iling / Karlan Ahearne-Grant
5' Karlan Ahearne-Grant - West Bromwich(WBA) receive a yellow card

How We Build the Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 23 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Derby County's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against West Bromwich(WBA)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Derby County and West Bromwich(WBA) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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