Stoke City vs Derby County Championship prediction, odds and betting offer
The Bet365 Stadium will be the stage on Saturday afternoon as Stoke City begin their 2025-26 Championship campaign against Derby County. Both clubs endured challenging seasons last year, finishing just a point and a place apart in 18th and 19th respectively.
Despite their lowly finish, Stoke managed to end the previous campaign on a relatively positive note. The Potters avoided defeat in six of their final eight matches, showing resilience when it mattered most to secure their second-tier status. Now preparing for his first full season at the helm, manager Mark Robins will be eager to build on that late momentum and deliver a more convincing campaign.
Derby County's survival was only confirmed on the final day, with a goalless draw against Stoke proving enough to keep them up. With another season in the Championship secured, manager John Eustace has spent the summer reshaping his squad in pursuit of greater stability. The focus for the Rams will be on avoiding another relegation scrap and laying foundations for future progress.
With both clubs prioritising consolidation after last season's struggles, Saturday's encounter offers an early opportunity to set the tone for the months ahead. Fans at the Bet365 Stadium will be hoping their team can seize the initiative and put down a marker as the new campaign gets underway.
Stoke City vs Derby County Odds
Stoke City - 5/4
Draw - 2/1
Derby - 23/10
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Stoke City vs Derby County Betting Tips
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