Derby – Sheffield Utd

Derby travel to face Sheffield United, a clash that pits a 22‑place side with just four points against a 14‑place outfit holding nine. Derby’s record of one win, one draw and five defeats, alongside a modest -7 goal difference, underscores a season that has struggled to find consistency. Sheffield United, meanwhile, have collected two victories and three stalemates from seven games, boasting a slightly negative -1 goal margin but clearly out‑performing their lower‑ranked rivals. The gap in points and recent form suggests Sheffield United will enter the fixture as clear favorites, though Derby will be desperate to close the divide and spark a turnaround. Both teams will be keen to improve their positions as the league table continues to tighten.