Derby - West Bromwich

Derby County aim to rediscover their defensive stability following a difficult outing at West Ham United. The hosts welcome West Bromwich Albion to Pride Park on 9 September 2026 for this Championship matchday 6 clash, hoping to move on from a recent run that has seen them struggle for consistency. With Henrik Meister and Rhian Brewster expected to lead the line, the home side will look to replicate the attacking energy that secured a clean sheet victory against Portsmouth earlier this month.

West Bromwich Albion arrive in better spirits after edging past Watford in their last outing. The visitors have shown a capacity for goals throughout their recent Championship campaign, including a notable victory over Burnley. While the historical meetings between these two sides have often been tight, including a 1-1 draw in January 2026, West Brom will be confident in their ability to test the Derby backline led by Dion Sanderson.