Preston North End
Derby County
Preston North End vs Derby County Prediction
Why we picked this for Preston North End vs Derby County
For this Championship fixture we go with Under 2.5 goals for Preston North End vs Derby County, at 86% confidence. In their last 5 matches, Preston North End's games produced 1.8 goals on average, 2 of them over 2.5. Derby County's games averaged 2.6, with 3 of 5 over the line. Form on its own doesn't settle this one: 5 of the 10 recent games went under 2.5, which is worth keeping in mind before backing Under 2.5.
History between the two sides fits the pick too: 5 of 5 recent meetings went under 2.5. At 86%, most of the recent evidence lands on this side of the line, which makes it one of our stronger calls. Final score: 0-1. The pick won.
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Last 5 matches, each side
Most recent match first. Tag shows whether that match went over or under 2.5 total goals.
Last 5 meetings
Preston North End vs Derby County, most recent first.
| Date | Home | Away | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2025 | Derby County | Preston North End | 0-1 | Under 2.5✓ |
| Apr 02, 2025 | Derby County | Preston North End | 2-0 | Under 2.5✓ |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Preston North End | Derby County | 1-1 | Under 2.5✓ |
| Apr 02, 2022 | Derby County | Preston North End | 1-0 | Under 2.5✓ |
| Oct 16, 2021 | Preston North End | Derby County | 0-0 | Under 2.5✓ |