Match Preview: Derby County vs Stoke City – April 6, 2026

Derby County will aim to bounce back to winning form as they host Stoke City at Pride Park on Monday afternoon. The Rams come into the match following a narrow 3-2 defeat against Championship leaders Coventry City on Friday.

Stoke City, meanwhile, will look to capitalize on Derby’s recent setback as they seek to improve their own position in the league table. The encounter promises to be a competitive clash, with both sides eager to secure vital points.

In the betting markets, Ben Brereton Diaz is favored to register over 0.5 shots on target, with odds of 21/20 offered by 1xBet. The matchup is set to test both teams’ resolve as the Championship season progresses.