Derby - Swansea

Carlton Morris remains the focal point of the Derby County attack as they prepare to host Swansea City at Pride Park on 29 August 2026 for this Championship matchday 3 encounter. The hosts arrive looking to find their rhythm after a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Cardiff City last week, a result that followed a narrow defeat to Charlton Athletic. With Jacob Widell Zetterstroem expected to anchor the defense, Derby will aim to replicate the clinical form they displayed during their 2-0 victory over these same opponents back in February 2026.

Swansea City make the trip buoyed by a resilient defensive display in their recent 0-0 draw with Sheffield United, following a productive 2-1 win at Stoke City earlier in the month. Adam Idah is expected to lead the line for the visitors, tasked with breaking down a Derby side that has shown vulnerability in recent weeks. Given the history of this fixture, which has seen both sides trade victories over the past two seasons, the midfield battle between Oscar Fraulo and Marko Stamenic will likely dictate the tempo of this contest.