In a tense Championship encounter that could tip the relegation scales, Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County headlines Monday Night Football on December 15, 2025, as the Owls host the Rams at Hillsborough Stadium.
Sheffield Wednesday, teetering in 24th with -9 points from 19 games (1 win, 6 draws, 12 losses), desperately seeks a morale-boosting win after a 1-1 draw at Watford, where defensive lapses nearly cost them dear.
Derby County, climbing to 16th with 27 points (7 wins, 6 draws, 7 losses), arrive on a good from a 1-1 draw over Millwall, but Paul Warne warns of “a banana skin” against a desperate Wednesday side.
With Wednesday winless in nine and Derby unbeaten in four, this Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County derby—rich in Yorkshire history—promises grit and potential glory under the Sheffield lights.
Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
| Match | Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County — EFL Championship |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, December 15, 2025 |
| Kick-off (UK) | 8:00 PM GMT (3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT) |
| Venue | Hillsborough, Sheffield |
| Competition | EFL Championship 2025–26 |
| Broadcast (UK) | Sky Sports Football / Sky Sports stream. Check local listings for international coverage. |
Team News and Analysis
Sheffield Wednesday’s tough run goes on, stuck at the bottom on -3 points after an FFP penalty, with the Watford draw doing little to lift the mood. Injuries are mounting: Di’Shon Bernard (knee), Ernie Weaver (hamstring), Olaf Kobacki (foot), and George Brown (ankle) are all out, though Barry Bannan is expected to play despite a knock.
On the plus side, Dominic Iorfa is back from suspension to strengthen the defense, while Svante Ingelsson brings his usual midfield bite. Danny Röhl’s 3-4-2-1 setup averages 48% possession and forces 10 turnovers per home game, primed to disrupt Derby’s build-up.
Derby’s unbeaten run in four games started with the Preston shutout, though Carlton Morris (ankle) is still out. No new issues, so the full squad is in rotation, with Kenzo Goudmijn (3 goals) and Jerry Yates (4 goals) spearheading the attack. Paul Warne’s 3-4-3 averages 1.2 goals on the road while conceding 1.0; their press forces 11 turnovers but remains shaky against set pieces.
Head-to-Head Record
Derby hold the overall edge in the fixture list historically — they have more wins across the pairings — but many recent meetings have been tight affairs. Use this as a quick H2H snapshot for your post.
| Played | Sheffield Wednesday wins | Derby County wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 8 | 14 | 14 |
Last 5 Matches (form)
- Sheffield Wednesday (last 5): Recent results have been a mixed bag, with the Steel City loss alongside a few league wins and defeats; Wednesday have struggled to find consistency this season.
- Derby County (last 5): Derby have been more consistent lately, stringing together a series of positive results and settling comfortably in midtable, with Carlton Morris standing out as one of their key attackers this season.
Last 5 H2H matches
| Date | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2025 | Championship | Derby 2-1 Sheffield Wednesday | 2-1 |
| Mar 15, 2025 | Championship | Sheffield Wednesday 1-1 Derby | 1-1 |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Championship | Derby 1-0 Sheffield Wednesday | 1-0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | Championship | Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 Derby | 2-1 |
| Sep 17, 2023 | Championship | Derby 0-0 Sheffield Wednesday | 0-0 |
Predicted XI Lineups
- Sheffield Wednesday (3-4-2-1): Charles; Iorfa, Cooper, M Lowe; Fusire, Valery, Bannan, Ingelsson, Amass; J Lowe, McNeill
- Derby County (3-4-3): Widell Zetterstrom; Langas, Sanderson, Clarke, Elder; Ward, Thompson, Clark, Brereton; Agyemang, Brewster
Key Players
- Sheffield Wednesday
- Dominic Iorfa (CB) — experienced defender who organizes the backline and will be key to defending Derby’s set pieces.
- Jamal Lowe / Nathan Redmond (attackers) — players capable of creating and finishing chances on the break; Wednesday need their creativity.
- Derby County
- Carlton Morris (ST) — Derby’s main goal threat this season and a focal point in attack.
- Jacob Widell Zetterström (GK) — dependable shot-stopper who can keep Derby in tight games; his form matters in away fixtures.
Match Prediction
Derby come into this one looking the more reliable outfit, with stronger recent form and a sharper attacking edge. Sheffield Wednesday, meanwhile, are still wrestling with patchy performances and off-field issues. It should be a close, hard-fought clash, but Derby’s firepower might prove decisive if Wednesday can’t make their chances count.
- Sheffield Wednesday 1–2 Derby County — Derby to take a narrow away win, but the match could be decided by a single moment or set piece.
Where to Watch Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County
Stream Sheffield Wednesday vs Derby County live with these Championship options:
- USA: Paramount+ Amazon Channel – 15:00 ET.
- Canada: DAZN Canada – 15:00 ET.
- Australia: beIN Sports – Begins 2:00 AM AEDT (Dec 16).
- UK: Sky Sports (Sky Sports Football); streams via Sky Go / Now TV.
- International: Check the EFL and club websites for local broadcasters or streaming partners (EFL provides a “how to watch” guide each week).