Ipswich vs Derby Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 30 Aug 2025
Championship Betting Preview: Ipswich vs Derby
Ipswich host Derby in this Championship fixture at Portman Road, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 30 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Don’t Underestimate the Underdogs
For the Derby +1 Asian Handicap bet to secure a return at -116, we need a win or draw against Ipswich. There’s the insurance of getting our stake returned if there’s a one goal defeat.
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Ipswich Landed 2-0 Victory in Previous H2H
Ipswich Town were beaten last game and this was on their travels at Deepdale. Preston North End claimed a 1-0 win. The Tractor Boys had a remarkable 72% of possession and recorded two shots on target.
Derby County drew 1-1 against Bristol City in their previous Championship game. This was on home soil at Pride Park. John Eustace's team had 52% possession and recorded two shots on goal, while Carlton Morris was on the scoresheet.
Four days ago, Derby were beaten 2-1 away to Burnley in the EFL Cup.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Ipswich have claimed victories in the last two encounters against Derby. A 2-0 away win at Pride Park followed a 1-0 home triumph at Portman Road. In addition to a draw, Ipswich have been dominant with two wins in the previous 3 H2H matches.
Championship | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 2:3 | 2 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 5:9 | 1 |
Ipswich have 6 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 2.3 shots on goal and 11.2 attempts. Kieran McKenna's men have averaged 42.9% possession and 3.4 corners per match, with their opponents getting 2.0 goals from 4.4 shots on goal, 14.7 attempts and 5.7 corners.
Top goalscorers George Hirst and Julio Enciso have found the net 2 times, with Nathan Broadhead scoring 1. Jens-Lys Cajuste, Cameron Burgess and Ben Johnson have racked up the most assists with 1 each.
Derby County – Last 10 League GamesDerby have 2 victories, 4 defeats and 4 draws, averaging 2.9 shots on goal, 6.7 attempts and 1.1 goals. The Rams average 40.1% possession, 4.7 corners taken and 4.8 corners against them, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 9.3 attempts and 3.4 shots on goal.
Carlton Morris is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Ebou Adams and Jerry Yates have 2. Craig Forsyth has managed to clock up 2 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Ipswich predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Alex Palmer (GK), Benjamin Johnson, Dara O'Shea, Jacob Greaves, Leif Davis, Jens Cajuste, Azor Matusiwa, Jack Clarke, Chuba Akpom, Jaden Philogene, Samuel Szmodics.
Derby predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Jacob Widell Zetterström (GK), Dion Sanderson, Danny Batth, Matt Clarke, Joe Ward, Bobby Clark, David Ozoh, Callum Elder, Ebou Adams, Andreas Weimann, Carlton Morris.
Ipswich vs Derby Prediction & Betting Tips
We’ve broken down Ipswich vs Derby from every angle, offering our expert match prediction, expected final score, best corners pick, player prop recommendations and a well-constructed bet builder.
Match Prediction
Derby +1 for this Championship match looks like the stand out option and we’ll play them at a price of -116. The away team should be able to serve it up throughout the ninety minutes and secure a return.
Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest Championship data.
Key Ipswich vs Derby league stats:
Derby +1 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 53.8% chance of winning. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
One bet that has caught our eye is a 1-1 correct score draw. This selection is available at +600 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Jack Clarke (Ipswich) hasn’t recorded a shot on goal in seven of the past ten league games. We’re going to back him to fall short when it comes to Shots on Target and this selection is available at -149.


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Jaden Philogene (Ipswich) can be backed at +340 to find the net. We’ll have a play on this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look pretty attractive.


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Corners Prediction
In nine straight Derby away games, the 10.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. We think the teams might end up being short on this front, with odds of -127 on offer when it comes to this Total Corners selection.






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Bet Builder Tips
Our bet builder is packed with these picks: Derby with the +1 Asian Handicap, two or less goals to be scored and Jack Clarke (Ipswich) to finish without a shot on target.
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Ipswich vs Derby Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Ipswich Likely to Win According to Latest Odds
With an approximate 66% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their -192 betting odds for Ipswich Town triumphing in this Championship encounter. If you want to back the outsider, Derby County are available at +525.
For those wanting an alternative, Ipswich are +108 on the Half-Time Result market. This means they need to lead at the break, with Derby being priced up at +460 and the draw is +128.
If you’re betting on Total Goals, the market is far from clear over whether Overs or Unders happens. The Both Teams to Score No bet is -147 and it’s ideal if you think at least one side will not score during the ninety minutes.
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George Hirst Favourite to Be First Goalscorer
George Hirst is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +340, while you can get similar odds if you want him to score the last goal.













Ipswich Struggling to Find Home Wins
Ipswich have failed to win in their last ten matches at Portman Road. The Tractor Boys have managed nine losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 0.70 goals per game and conceding 2.90.
Derby have five defeats, three victories and two draws in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.70.
When the teams previously met at Portman Road, Ipswich defeated Derby 1-0.
Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
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0-1-9 | 3.60 | 0.70 | 2.90 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 4 | |
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3-2-5 | 2.90 | 1.20 | 1.70 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No


- 6 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 9 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 2.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 5.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 corners awarded and 5.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 42.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 44.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 40.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 38.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 away matches
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Ipswich vs Derby Lineups & Team News
Know who’s in and who’s out for Ipswich vs Derby before making your bets. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the Championship, along with current injury news.
Ipswich Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Derby Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Ipswich Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Derby Predicted Lineup 3-4-2-1
Previous Ipswich Lineups
Previous Derby Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Stoke | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:2 | 9 |
2 | Middlesbrough | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 9 |
3 | Coventry | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12:4 | 7 |
4 | West Brom | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 7 |
5 | Birmingham | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
6 | Preston | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
7 | Leicester | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:3 | 6 |
8 | Millwall | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 6 |
9 | Bristol City | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:2 | 5 |
10 | Southampton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:4 | 4 |
11 | Portsmouth | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:3 | 4 |
12 | Watford | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:3 | 4 |
13 | Swansea | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
14 | Charlton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1:1 | 4 |
15 | Hull | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:5 | 4 |
16 | Blackburn | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:3 | 3 |
17 | Norwich | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 3 |
18 | Ipswich | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 2 |
19 | Wrexham | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5:7 | 1 |
20 | Derby | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5:9 | 1 |
21 | Sheffield Wed | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
22 | QPR | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:10 | 1 |
23 | Oxford | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:5 | 0 |
24 | Sheffield Utd | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:6 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Preston | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 6 |
2 | Coventry | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 4 |
3 | West Brom | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
4 | Birmingham | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
5 | Swansea | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
6 | Stoke | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
7 | Leicester | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
8 | Watford | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
9 | Middlesbrough | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
10 | Southampton | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
11 | Charlton | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 |
12 | Hull | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:5 | 3 |
13 | Ipswich | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
14 | QPR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
15 | Bristol City | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
16 | Wrexham | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4:5 | 1 |
17 | Derby | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4:6 | 1 |
18 | Portsmouth | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
19 | Blackburn | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
20 | Oxford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
21 | Norwich | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:4 | 0 |
22 | Millwall | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
23 | Sheffield Wed | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
24 | Sheffield Utd | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 0 |


















































