Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
20:00 WAT, Monday 9 November: Middlesbrough U21 v Derby County U21 in the Premier League 2 Division One, played at Heritage Park. In the table, Middlesbrough U21 are 29th, in the drop zone, on 3 points after 7 matches; Derby County U21 are 18th (lower half) with 8.
Current form
Middlesbrough U21, last 5: WLLLW Their latest outing: 3–2 win over Valencia U21, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 4. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 2.3 conceded per game.
Derby County U21, last 5: DLLWD Their latest outing: 2–2 draw with Wealdstone, away. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 5. Scoring is no problem – 2.2 a game lately.
Head to head
When they last met (20 Mar 2026) it ended Derby County U21 1–0 Middlesbrough U21.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Middlesbrough U21 2.6 xG, Derby County U21 1.6 xG – a total near 4.2. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 75% and GG at 71%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Middlesbrough U21 59%, draw 17%, Derby County U21 24%.
GG/NG: GG (71%) at 1.28.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 2.5 goals (75%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Middlesbrough U21 2–1 Derby County U21. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Middlesbrough U2159%fair 1.68 · @1.78
Draw17%fair 6.06 · @4.05
Derby County U2124%fair 4.15 · @3.20
4.17Expected goals
2.56Middlesbrough U21 xG
1.60Derby County U21 xG
71%Both score
75%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–18%
3–17%
2–27%
1–16%
3–26%
1–25%
From our goals model: Middlesbrough U21 2.6 – 1.6 Derby County U21 expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21?
On our numbers Middlesbrough U21 have a 59% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Derby County U21 24%.
How many goals will there be in Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21?
We expect about 4.2 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 75% likely and both teams score 71% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21?
Our predicted score is Middlesbrough U21 2–1 Derby County U21, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.2 goals in total.
When is Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21?
Middlesbrough U21 vs Derby County U21 (Premier League 2 Division One) kicks off on Monday 9 November 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time) at Heritage Park.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.