Our Derby vs Sheff Utd Prediction: 1-1
Derby vs Sheff Utd in the England Championship is scheduled for an 11:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday May 2, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Derby vs Sheff Utd prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Derby's Last Match – Southampton vs Derby
Derby will look to get back on track following a 1-2 England Championship loss against Southampton on April 11. In that match, Derby recorded 38% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southampton | 62% | 12 (5) | 1.64 | 84 |
 Derby | 38% | 5 (3) | 0.91 | 31 |
Sheff Utd's Last Match – Sheff Utd vs Hull
Sheff Utd will hope to extend their good run following a 2-1 England Championship win against Hull on April 11. In that match, Sheff Utd had 67% possession and 8 attempts at goal, with 6 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sheff Utd | 67% | 8 (6) | 2.05 | 72 |
 Hull | 33% | 11 (6) | 0.93 | 31 |
Derby vs Sheff Utd Stats
Key Stats
| Derby | Sheff Utd | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.07 | Attacking Strength | 0.96 |
| 0.7 | Defence Strength | 0.93 |
| 1.5 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Derby are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Sheff Utd average 1.4 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.