Championship · Saturday, 21 November 2026 · 07:30 ET

Southampton vs Derby County Prediction & Betting Tips

St. Mary's Stadium · Kick-off 07:30 US Eastern time

Match commentary

Southampton should dominate possession at St. Mary's and push forward through the middle, looking to control the tempo from the first whistle. Derby will likely sit deeper and try to hit back on the break, with the home side's 1.9 goals per game this season suggesting plenty of chances will come.

The key battle is Southampton's attacking width against Derby's defensive shape. If Saints can stretch the Derby back line and get crosses into the box, they have the tools to turn their control into goals, while Derby's 2.0 conceded per game this season is the weak point they will need to hold together.

Our prediction Free

Southampton to winLikely score 2-1

Southampton vs Derby County standings & form

Team	Pos	Pts	W-D-L	Last 5
Southampton	7th	24	8-4-3	–
Derby County	23rd	10	2-4-9	–

Bet tips

Over 2.5 goals1.75
Over 8.5 corners1.85
Southampton -0.5 handicap1.65

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Southampton vs Derby County: quick facts

What time is Southampton vs Derby County?

Southampton vs Derby County kicks off on Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 07:30 US Eastern time at St. Mary's Stadium. It is a Championship match.

Southampton vs Derby County standings

Southampton are 7th with 24 points (W8 D4 L3); Derby County are 23rd with 10 points (W2 D4 L9).

Southampton vs Derby County prediction

Our prediction: Southampton to win · likely score 2-1. Southampton vs Derby County: Saints' home strength meets a Derby side that struggles away Free tips: Over 2.5 goals (1.75); Over 8.5 corners (1.85); Southampton -0.5 handicap (1.65). Our expert's confidence in the pick is 71%. The expert pick unlocks for $1 by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay (the bet tips are free for everyone; the expert pick is always paid).

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