Our Derby U21 vs Leicester U21 Prediction: 2-2
Derby U21 vs Leicester U21 in the England Premier League 2 is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Friday August 29, 2025. We anticipate a balanced game ending in a 2-2 draw, and given both teams’ scoring form, BTTS looks like a safe bet.
This Derby U21 vs Leicester 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 – Derby U21 vs Birmingham U21
Derby U21 will look to get back on track following a 0-3 England Premier League 2 loss against Birmingham U21 on August 23.
Leicester U21's Last Match – Reading U21 vs Leicester U21
Leicester U21 will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 0-0 England Premier League 2 draw with Reading U21 on August 22. In that match, Leicester U21 controlled 48% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Reading U21 | 52% | 0 (1) | - | 46 |
 Leicester U21 | 48% | 0 (2) | - | 37 |
Derby U21 vs Leicester U21 Stats
Key Stats
| Derby U21 | Leicester U21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.82 | Attacking Strength | 1.27 |
| 0.86 | Defence Strength | 1.07 |
| 0.4 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 0/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Derby U21 are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 2.2 conceded per match, while Leicester U21 average 1.4 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.