Two promoted sides face off in this midweek Championship fixture with both sides looking to capitalise on good starts.
EFL Championship
Our 3 predictions for Oxford United vs Derby County
- 1st prediction: Oxford United to win or draw 19/50
- 2nd prediction: Over 2.5 goals in the game 87/100
- 3rd prediction: Oxford United to keep a clean sheet 217/100
1st prediction for Oxford United vs Derby County: Oxford United to win or draw
Oxford are coming into this game having surprised many with their start to the season. With a modest budget and having gained promotion through the play-offs, many expected them to struggle this term. They’ve defied those expectations, though, and find themselves comfortably mid-table having made themselves very hard to beat. This, coupled with Derby County’s poor away record, makes a result in their favour likely on Tuesday.
2nd prediction for Oxford United vs Derby County: Over 2.5 goals in the game
This is likely to be a high scoring affair, with both sides leaking a fair few goals at times this season. Derby in particular look vulnerable at the back, especially on the road. They are also yet to win away from Pride Park in any competition yet this campaign, which is another bad omen on the defensive front ahead of this game. Oxford are also strong going forward, having scored in all but two games this season; paired with Derby’s record, goals are almost guaranteed in midweek.
3rd prediction for Oxford United vs Derby County: Oxford United to keep a clean sheet
As well as being good going forward, Oxford have also shown their defensive strength. Jamie Cumming has shown himself to be capable in between the sticks, with three league clean sheets. With Derby’s poor away record, you’d fancy him to get a fourth and at least secure a point for Oxford, who have drawn their last four. Derby have scored only once in their last four away games, so all the signs are pointing towards a home clean sheet.
Best odds for Oxford United vs Derby County
| Bookmaker | Oxford United | Draw | Derby County |
| Gentleman Jim | 27/20 | 12/5 | 18/10 |
| Betarno | 131/100 | 217/100 | 191/100 |
| Myriadplay | 131/100 | 217/100 | 191/100 |
Full preview of the game: last results and head to head
This is a fascinating match up of two sides expected to struggle this season, but who are comfortably in mid table in their first seasons back in the second tier. Oxford in particular have caught the eye with many expecting very little of them this year. Derby have also impressed but have struggled away from home, which may hinder them in this fixture.
Oxford come into this game on the back of four consecutive draws which, while not ideal, highlights how hard to beat Des Buckingham has made them. Derby also come in from a draw, against Millwall, and a win against QPR, though they did lose three on the bounce before that.
In this fixture last year, the away side won on both occasions, with Oxford winning 2-1 at Pride Park and Derby victorious 3-2 at the Kassam Stadium.
Confrontation
Where to watch Oxford United vs Derby County
This game isn’t televised, but here’s where to watch it if you fancy some in-person football:
- Location: Kassam Stadium, Oxford, UK
- Date and time: 7:45 UK time, Tuesday October 22, 2024
Probable line ups for Oxford United vs Derby County
The two sides come into this game with very different selection issues. Oxford have their whole squad virtually to pick from, giving manager Des Buckingham some tough decisions. Derby, on the other hand, have quite a few injuries to contend with, which will impact Paul Warne’s team selection on Tuesday.
Oxford United lineup
- Lineup: J Cumming, C Brown, B Nelson, E Moore, P Kioso, W Vaulks, S Dembele, I El Mizouni, R Rodrigues, T Goodrham, M Harris
- Injuries and suspensions: P Placheta (injured)
- Coach: Des Buckingham
Derby County lineup
- Lineup: J Widell Zetterstrom, K Wilson, C Nelson, E Cashin, C Forsyth, M Harness, K Goudmijn, E Adams, C Blackett-Taylor, J Yates, K Jackson
- Injuries and suspensions: R Nyambe, C Elder, J Rooney, T Barkhuizen, L Thompson, D Ozoh, T Chirewa (all injured)
- Coach: Paul Warne
Media center – news about Oxford United vs Derby County
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