Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 December

Betiball's prediction for Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 26 December 2024 (kick-off: 13:30) 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 : 26/12/2024 13:30

Derby County
2 - 1
Finished
West Bromwich(WBA)
90+4' event Adams Ebrima
90+1' event Dajaune Brown / Jerry Yates
84' event Sonny Bradley / Callum Elder
72' event Craig Forsyth / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
72' event Tawanda Chirewa / Kayden Jackson
68' event Mason Holgate
28' event Jerry Yates
event 81' Grady Diangana
event 75' Callum Styles / Mason Holgate
event 69' Grady Diangana / John Swift
event 69' Karlan Ahearne-Grant / Michael Johnston
event 46' Jayson Molumby / Uros Racic
event 40' Tom Fellows
90+4' event Adams Ebrima
event 81' Grady Diangana
90+1' event Dajaune Brown / Jerry Yates
event 75' Callum Styles / Mason Holgate
84' event Sonny Bradley / Callum Elder
event 69' Grady Diangana / John Swift
72' event Craig Forsyth / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
event 69' Karlan Ahearne-Grant / Michael Johnston
72' event Tawanda Chirewa / Kayden Jackson
event 46' Jayson Molumby / Uros Racic
68' event Mason Holgate
event 40' Tom Fellows
28' event Jerry Yates
Derby County Derby County
Substitutions
#28 Tawanda Chirewa
#5 Sonny Bradley
#3 Craig Forsyth
#39 Dajaune Brown
#9 James Collins
#7 Tom Barkhuizen
#27 Corey Josiah Paul Blackett-Taylor
#31 Josh Vickers
#23 Joe Ward
Derby County Derby County West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
13Shots14
4Shots on Goal3
13Fouls8
5Corner Kick3
8Free kick13
4Offside1
1Yellow card1
55Aerial31
2Save2
19Successful Tackles14
13Interceptions5
25Long pass19
1Assist1
5Shots off goal5
0Hit The Post2
25Head Success18
4Blocked6
19Tackle14
3Dribbles7
18Throw-in14
301Passes495
95Attacks103
45Dangerous attacks36
5Corner Kicks(HT)1
West Bromwich(WBA) West Bromwich(WBA)
Substitutions
#4 Callum Styles
#8 Jayson Molumby
#18 Karlan Ahearne-Grant
#11 Grady Diangana
#24 Gianluca Frabotta
#17 Ousmane Diakite
#7 Jed Wallace
#44 Devante Dewar Cole
#23 Joe Wildsmith
Commentary
90+4' Adams Ebrima - Derby County receive a yellow card
90+1' Derby County — substitution: Dajaune Brown / Jerry Yates
84' Derby County — substitution: Sonny Bradley / Callum Elder
81' Goal! Grady Diangana - West Bromwich(WBA)
75' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Callum Styles / Mason Holgate
72' Derby County — substitution: Craig Forsyth / Nathaniel Mendez Laing
72' Derby County — substitution: Tawanda Chirewa / Kayden Jackson
69' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Grady Diangana / John Swift
69' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Karlan Ahearne-Grant / Michael Johnston
68' Own goal! Mason Holgate - Derby County
46' West Bromwich(WBA) — substitution: Jayson Molumby / Uros Racic
40' Tom Fellows - West Bromwich(WBA) receive a yellow card
28' Goal! Jerry Yates - Derby County

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

Betiball.com's prediction for Derby County vs West Bromwich(WBA) on 26 December 2024 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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