West Bromwich Albion vs Derby Predictions

West Bromwich Albion vs Derby predictions for this match in the Championship. West Brom tipped for 2-1 win over Derby; hosts in strong form, while Derby still seek first victory. New signings Illing-Junior and Gilchrist expected to influence Baggies’ Championship clash. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Championship | Sep 13 2025 at 3:00 pm UK at the The Hawthorns

West Bromwich Albion vs Derby Predictions

Can West Brom’s momentum silence Derby’s stubborn streak at The Hawthorns?

• Derby’s defensive woes
  • Derby County have leaked 11 goals in just four Championship games, making them statistically the worst backline in the division so far.
• Baggies’ unbeaten run
  • West Brom have not lost in their last four league outings, showing consistency both at home and on the road, including two clean sheets.
• Goals guaranteed with Derby
  • All six of Derby’s matches this season in league and cup have seen both teams find the net, a trend that underpins this betting angle.

Best Bet for West Bromwich Albion vs Derby

There’s something quite fascinating about matches like this one. On paper, West Bromwich Albion are the side in charge of the narrative right now, marching into this weekend with confidence and a whiff of swagger after piecing together a strong opening to the Championship season. The Hawthorns will be buzzing, as fans sense the Baggies could turn their fine run into a statement performance against Derby County.

Yet, there’s a twist in the tale. Derby, for all their inconsistencies, always seem to find a way to be awkward opponents. They have not managed to notch up a victory this campaign, but they’ve certainly not rolled over either, and that stubborn refusal to completely collapse makes them a tricky beast. Throw in a few fresh faces into both squads – with Samuel Illing-Junior and Alfie Gilchrist itching to make their mark for Albion, and Ben Brereton Díaz stepping into Derby’s attack – and you’ve got a clash that carries plenty of intrigue. The home side may look slicker, but Derby are not the type to simply hand over three points without a scrap.

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Best Bet for this match

Here at BettingTips4You we never throw around half a dozen guesses and hope one sticks – we carefully weigh up the options and pin our name to the single strongest prediction. For this showdown at The Hawthorns, our Best Bet is West Bromwich Albion to win and both teams to score. This isn’t a random pick; it’s the outcome that feels the most likely when you actually dig into how these two teams are shaping up.

West Brom have been ruthless in grinding out results, with three victories and a draw from their opening four league fixtures. Their defence has been mean enough to edge tight contests – like those slender 1-0 wins over Stoke and Blackburn – but they’ve also shown they can be drawn into chaotic battles, as that 3-2 victory at Wrexham demonstrated. The Baggies aren’t perfect at shutting up shop, but they have the resilience to come out on top.

Derby, on the other hand, are something of a puzzle. Two entertaining draws have shown they can get forward and hurt teams, yet their defence is an absolute shambles at times – five shipped at home to Coventry was a car crash, and three conceded at Stoke wasn’t much better. With Curtis Nelson sidelined and Patrick Agyemang missing, their spine feels fragile. That said, the Rams have a habit of nicking goals. Rhian Brewster and Carlton Morris are the sorts of forwards who can pounce if Albion’s backline switches off for even a moment, and now Brereton Díaz adds another dimension.

When you combine these elements, you can almost see the script. West Brom are the better side, playing with fluidity and confidence, especially at The Hawthorns. Derby, though, are leaky at the back but not toothless in attack. That’s why a home win with both teams on the scoresheet feels like the most logical and rewarding path.

BettingTips4You.com expert quote – Luca Pratesi:

“West Brom are clearly the stronger side at present, but Derby are not as blunt as their league position suggests. A home win with both teams scoring looks the standout bet here.”

If you’re wondering about a correct score, 2-1 to West Brom seems the neatest fit, but don’t be shocked if it edges into 3-1 territory given Derby’s habit of unravelling at the back.

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