In a Championship clash on Saturday, newly-promoted Derby County will take on Norwich City at Pride Park. Derby has had an inconsistent start to the season, winning three and losing three of their first six matches. However, they have been impressive at home, winning all four matches at Pride Park. Norwich, on the other hand, has struggled with inconsistency and is yet to win consecutive matches under new manager Johannes Hoff Thorup. They currently sit in 11th place in the league standings.
Derby will be without left-back Callum Elder, who is doubtful for the match due to a groin issue. Norwich will miss Ashley Barnes and Christian Fassnacht due to injuries. The predicted lineups for the match include Zetterstrom, Nyambe, Nelson, Cashin, and Ward for Derby, and Gunn, Fisher, Duffy, Doyle, and Cordoba for Norwich. The prediction for the match is a 1-0 win for Derby, as their strong home form is expected to continue against Norwich, who have struggled away from home.
Despite Norwich’s recent struggles, they have only won one of their last six meetings with Derby in the Championship. Their most recent victory over Derby was in April 2021. Derby manager Paul Warne will be looking to win over fans who doubt his ability to take the club to the next level. Norwich, on the other hand, will be aiming for a top-six finish this season after finishing sixth last season. The match is expected to be a close contest, with both teams looking to secure valuable points in the Championship standings.
Overall, Derby’s home form gives them an advantage heading into the match against Norwich. The Canaries have struggled on the road, making Derby the favorites to come out on top in this encounter. Both teams will be looking to build momentum and climb the league table, making this match an important one in the early stages of the season. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive clash between these two Championship clubs at Pride Park.
