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Derby County vs West Brom

Thursday 26 Dec. 17:30
Championship Matchday 23

Key points

• Derby County has only one win in their last six matches.
• West Brom has been difficult to beat, losing only once in their last six games.
• Derby County averages 1.67 goals per game at home, showcasing potential in attack.
• West Brom's defence has been strong, conceding just five goals in their last six matches.
• 67% of Derby's recent matches have featured over 2.5 goals, indicating high-scoring potential.
• 67% of West Brom's away matches have seen both teams score, suggesting competitiveness.

Standings

Recent form

Derby County

Last 6: LLLDWL

Derby County are currently experiencing a challenging period in the Championship, sitting in 16th position with 24 points from 22 games. The Rams have struggled for consistency in their recent fixtures, winning only once in their last six matches. Their form has been particularly poor of late, with three consecutive losses before a draw and a win, followed by another defeat. The standout result in this run was a convincing 4-0 victory over Portsmouth, which showcased Derby's attacking potential. Defensively, the team have managed two clean sheets in their last six games, but have conceded an average of 1.33 goals per game during this period. Interestingly, 67% of Derby's recent matches have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting they've been involved in some high-scoring affairs. Despite their struggles, the Rams have shown they can be competitive, with half of their recent games seeing both teams score.

West Brom

Last 6: DDDWLW

West Brom have shown mixed form in their recent fixtures, currently sitting 7th in the Championship with 35 points from 22 games. The Baggies have been difficult to beat, losing only once in their last six matches, but have struggled to convert draws into wins, with three consecutive stalemates prior to their most recent victory. Their defensive record has been particularly impressive, conceding just five goals in six games and keeping three clean sheets. However, their goal-scoring output has been modest, averaging 1.33 goals per game. The team's ability to grind out results is evident, with 67% of their recent matches featuring under 2.5 goals. West Brom's latest 2-0 win against Bristol City suggests they may be finding their attacking rhythm, which could be crucial as they push for a play-off position in the competitive Championship.

Recent home/away form

Derby County

Last 6: WDDLLW

Derby County's recent home form has been a mixed bag, with the Rams showing both promise and inconsistency at Pride Park. Their most recent outing was a resounding 4-0 victory over Portsmouth, marking their highest-scoring game in this stretch and demonstrating their potential for dominant performances. However, this impressive win came on the heels of two consecutive home defeats, suggesting a lack of consistency. The Rams have managed two clean sheets in their last six home games, both coinciding with their victories. Interestingly, Derby have been involved in some tight contests, with three of their six matches ending in either 1-1 draws or narrow 2-1 defeats. Despite their mid-table position, Derby County have shown they can be potent in attack, averaging 1.67 goals per game at home, while their defence has been relatively solid, conceding just one goal per match on average.

West Brom

Last 6: DDWDDL

West Bromwich Albion have displayed a mixed form away from home, with their recent results showing a tendency to draw matches. The Baggies have secured four draws in their last six away fixtures, demonstrating a certain resilience on the road. However, they've struggled to convert these into victories, managing only one win in this period. Their defensive record has been relatively solid, conceding an average of 0.83 goals per game and keeping two clean sheets. Interestingly, West Brom's goal difference in these away matches stands at zero, with both their scoring and conceding averages identical at 0.83 per game. The majority of their away fixtures (67%) have seen both teams find the back of the net, while the same percentage of matches have featured under 2.5 goals, suggesting tightly contested affairs.

🔮 AI Prediction

Draw

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