Derby County vs Sunderland Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The hosts have lost the last four league games.
Sunderland will visit Pride Park Stadium to take on Derby County in a must-see game. Derby have shown inconsistent performances throughout the 2024/25 EFL Championship campaign. They have seven wins, six draws, and 14 losses to their name and have only accumulated 27 points in 27 matches. The Rams have not won a league fixture since December 26 and are on a four-match losing streak.
Sunderland on the other hand finds themselves in the 4th spot in the league, only behind the likes of Sheffield United, Leeds United, and Burnley. They are in a strong position to secure promotion to the Premier League and will look to avoid any slip-ups. They have registered 51 points to their name from 27 matches. Sunderland shared points with Burnley on the previous matchday and will look to bounce back as soon as possible.
Kickoff:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 1:15 AM IST
Venue: Pride Park Stadium
Form:
Derby County(in all competitions): L-L-L-L-L
Sunderland(in all competitions): D-L-W-W-L
Players to watch out for:
Eiran Joe Cashin (Derby County)
The Irish centre-back had one of his best games of the season against Watford. He made four successful tackles and cleared dangerous balls on seven occasions. He showcased his physical dominance with six ground duel wins.
Despite being so animated, he made no fouls throughout the 90 minutes and that’s the biggest compliment a defender can get. He will be expected to play an important role against Sunderland yet again.
Dennis Cirkin (Sunderland)
The Englishman played a phenomenal game against Burnley on the last matchday. He was exceptional both offensively and defensively against a difficult opponent. He was full of energy and was running up and down the pitch throughout the 90 minutes. A similar display will be expected from him against Derby County.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 2-0 win for Sunderland.
- Derby County lost 2-0 against Watford in their last game.
- Sunderland played a 0-0 draw against Burnley in their last game.
Derby County vs Sunderland: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Sunderland to win – 2.15 by Stake
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – No – 1.87 by 1XBET
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2 – 1.97 by Dafabet
Injury and Team news:
David Ozoh, Ryan Nyambe, and Eiran Cashin will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.
Sunderland on the other hand will be without the likes of Niall Huggins, Alan Browne, and Salis Abdul Samed.
Head to Head:
Total matches: 20
Derby County won: 2
Sunderland won: 11
Draws: 7
Predicted Lineup:
Derby County (4-2-3-1)
Zetterström(GK); Elder, Cashin, Nelson, Wilson;Osborn, Adams; Laing, Goudmijn, Jackson; Yates
Sunderland (4-4-2)
Patterson(GK); Hume, Mepham, O’Nien, Cirkin; Roberts, Neil, Bellingham, le Fee; Rigg, Isidor
Match Prediction:
Both teams will be looking to get a win to accomplish different goals. However, Sunderland are coming into this one as slight favourites.
Prediction: Sunderland 3-0 Derby County
Telecast details
India – FanCode
UK – Sky Sports Football
US – CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
Nigeria – No Telecast
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