Barrow vs Derby County Predictions

Barrow vs Derby County predictions for this EFL Cup affair. Barrow will face Derby County at The Dunes Hotel Stadium on Tuesday evening in the second round of the 2024-25 EFL Cup, with both teams aiming to advance in the competition. Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.

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EFL Cup | Second Round | Aug 27, 2024 at 7.45pm UK at The Dunes Hotel Stadium

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Barrow vs Derby County Predictions

Can Barrow Stand Tall Against Derby’s Championship Firepower?
  • Barrow have conceded 2 or more goals in 50% of their last 10 home matches.
  • Derby have won 60% of their last 10 away games.
  • Derby’s pass accuracy stands at 85.3%, indicating their ability to dominate possession.

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Sporting Lisbon and Both Teams to Score @ 5/2
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Sporting Lisbon to win and both teams to score is a compelling bet. Sporting's dominant home form and attacking prowess, combined with Lille's scoring ability despite away struggles, support this outcome.
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In the second round of the EFL Cup, Barrow are set to face Derby County at The Dunes Hotel Stadium. This midweek clash promises to be a compelling encounter between two sides with very different ambitions this season. Barrow, who have had a mixed start to their League Two campaign, will be looking to use their home advantage to upset a Derby side that recently returned to the Championship. Derby, however, come into this match with a clear quality edge, which they will be keen to exploit to secure progression in the cup.

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For those looking to place a bet on this match, the most compelling wager appears to be Derby to win with a -2 handicap. This choice is underpinned by several factors that indicate Derby’s potential to dominate this fixture.

Firstly, Derby have showcased their attacking prowess in recent games. Despite their mixed results in the Championship, they managed to score two goals in their EFL Cup first-round victory against Chesterfield and have been generally consistent in finding the net across competitions. With an average of 1.55 goals per game and an impressive 85.3% pass accuracy, Derby have proven that they can break down defences effectively, even under pressure.

Barrow, on the other hand, have struggled defensively at times. Their recent 4-0 victory over Port Vale was a morale boost, but it doesn’t entirely mask their vulnerabilities at the back. Barrow have conceded two or more goals in five of their last ten home matches, highlighting a defence that can be porous against teams with strong attacking units. Furthermore, Derby’s ability to score from inside the box, with both their goals in the last round coming from close range, suggests they have the firepower to exploit Barrow’s defensive lapses.

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Adding to this, Derby have shown resilience in away games, having won six of their last ten on the road. This form, combined with their superior squad depth and the likelihood of Barrow missing key players due to injuries, makes a Derby victory by a margin highly probable. The Rams have a balanced attack with Kayden Jackson, Jerry Yates, and Nathaniel Mendez-Laing all capable of causing problems for the Barrow defence, which will likely be under constant pressure throughout the match.

As BettingTips4You.com expert John Pentin points out: “Derby’s firepower and their ability to maintain possession in crucial areas give them a significant edge over Barrow, especially with the potential absence of key defensive figures for the hosts. A comfortable win for Derby seems inevitable, making the -2 handicap an excellent choice.”

Correct Score Prediction: Barrow 0-3 Derby County

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Given the rationale above, a 3-0 victory for Derby County seems the most logical prediction for this match. Derby’s superior quality and Barrow’s inconsistent defensive performances make it likely that the visitors will find the net multiple times without reply. The Rams have shown they can control games away from home, and against a Barrow side that has already shown defensive frailties, it’s hard to see them failing to keep a clean sheet.

Barrow’s struggle to score against more organised defences adds weight to this prediction, especially with Derby’s capacity to maintain control and limit their opponent’s opportunities. The difference in class between the Championship side and the League Two outfit should be evident, and a 3-0 win for Derby aligns with the expectation that they will dominate the match both in terms of possession and chances created.

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