Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 13 Dec '25)

As the Championship season rolls on, the upcoming clash at Hillsborough Stadium on Saturday, 13th December '25, will see Sheffield Wednesday square off against Derby County. Given the history between the two teams, one might wonder: Can Derby County finally turn the tables, or will Sheffield Wednesday extend their winning streak against their rivals?

A quick glance at their recent encounters shows an evident trend. Sheffield Wednesday has emerged victorious in all three of their previous head-to-heads, leaving Derby County with nothing to show in terms of wins or draws. Their last showdown on the first day of this year culminated in a 4-2 triumph for Sheffield Wednesday.

Both teams enter this match on the back of defeats—Sheffield Wednesday having lost 2-3 to Preston North End, while Derby County faced a 1-2 setback against Middlesbrough. When it comes to league standings, there is a stark contrast: Sheffield Wednesday anchors at position 24, whereas Derby County sits comfortably at 11th.

Turning our attention to individual brilliance, Barry Bannan is the man Derby County will be wary of. The top scorer for Sheffield Wednesday, Bannan has netted 3 goals this season. Conversely, Joe Ward has been orchestrating Derby's attacks with his league-leading 4 assists.

Player Ratings:

Sheffield Wednesday’s players boast impressive ratings, with Nathaniel Chalobah leading at 7.9, followed by Pierce Charles at 7.4 and Barry Bannan at 7.36. On the opposing side, Derby County's top performers include Carlton Morris with a 7.34 rating, Jacob Widell Zetterström at 7.11, and Joe Ward at 7.04.

Now, if you’re contemplating possession rates, Sheffield Wednesday holds a slight edge with an average of 47.83% per match, surpassing Derby County’s 39.78%. For those pondering corner kicks, Wednesday edges out Derby once more, averaging 5.44 corners per match compared to Derby's 4.67.

When evaluating discipline, both teams display their aggressive sides. Sheffield Wednesday has accumulated 27 yellow cards alongside 2 reds. On the flip side, Derby County has collected a notable 45 yellow cards and matched Wednesday's two red cards this season.

Analyzing statistics, patterns, and player forms is crucial in forecasting outcomes. Given the recent trends and statistics, Sheffield Wednesday holds an upper hand regarding past victories and influential players. All indicators suggest another promising day for the Owls, anticipating them to triumph yet again over Derby County. Will the momentum shift, or will the stats predict the future accurately once more? Time will tell, but Sheffield Wednesday appears poised for a victorious outcome.