Our Derby U21 vs Arsenal U21 Prediction: 2-2
Derby U21 vs Arsenal U21 in the England Premier League 2 is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Friday September 26, 2025. A 2-2 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Derby U21 vs Arsenal U21 prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Derby U21's Last Match – Brighton U21 vs Derby U21
Derby U21 will look to get back on track following a 1-3 England Premier League 2 loss against Brighton U21 on September 19. In that match, Derby U21 recorded 50% possession and 1 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Brighton U21 | 50% | 0 (4) | - | 27 |
 Derby U21 | 50% | 0 (1) | - | 46 |
Arsenal U21's Last Match – Newport County vs Arsenal U21
Arsenal U21 will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 2-1 England EFL Trophy victory over Newport County on September 23. In that match, Arsenal U21 controlled 66% of possession and managed 8 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Newport County | 34% | 0 (1) | 0.28 | 30 |
 Arsenal U21 | 66% | 0 (8) | 2.99 | 50 |
Derby U21 vs Arsenal U21 Stats
Key Stats
| Derby U21 | Arsenal U21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.67 | Attacking Strength | 1.27 |
| 0.98 | Defence Strength | 1.23 |
| 0.2 | Points Per Game | 1.5 |
| 0/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 9/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 9/10 |
| 1.1 | Average Scored | 2.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Derby U21 are averaging 1.1 goals scored and 2.4 conceded per match, while Arsenal U21 average 2.1 scored and 2.0 conceded per game.