Our Derby U21 vs Nottm Forest U21 Prediction: 0-1
Derby U21 vs Nottm Forest U21 in the England Premier League 2 is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Friday January 30, 2026. A tightly contested match is expected, but Nottm Forest U21’s ability to capitalize on key moments could secure them a 0-1 win over Derby U21.
This Derby U21 vs Nottm Forest 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 – Crystal Palace U21 vs Derby U21
Derby U21 will be looking to bounce back after a 0-6 England Premier League 2 defeat against Crystal Palace U21 on January 26. In that match, Derby U21 recorded 50% possession and 5 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Crystal Palace U21 | 50% | 0 (8) | - | 41 |
 Derby U21 | 50% | 0 (5) | - | 29 |
Nottm Forest U21's Last Match – Nottm Forest U21 vs Reading U21
Nottm Forest U21 will hope to recover from their recent 0-1 England Premier League 2 setback against Reading U21 on January 26.
Derby U21 vs Nottm Forest U21 Stats
Key Stats
| Derby U21 | Nottm Forest U21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.16 | Attacking Strength | 0.73 |
| 0.79 | Defence Strength | 0.53 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 2.8 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 9/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 2.3 | Average Scored | 1.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Derby U21 are averaging 2.2 goals scored and 2.4 conceded per match, while Nottm Forest U21 average 1.6 scored and 0.5 conceded per game.