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>Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers Predictions, Picks & Odds – 06/11/2026
Championship · 15Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers – Best bets of the match
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Derby County's season has deteriorated into full-blown crisis. The Rams sit 23rd in the Championship with a mere seven points from fourteen fixtures, winless in eleven league matches. Their most recent outing, a devastating 0-4 home loss to Norwich City, laid bare the scale of the malaise at Pride Park. To make matters worse, top scorer Sammie Szmodics picked up a knee injury during that defeat, while teammate Morris publicly urged his colleagues to stop hiding.
Bolton Wanderers arrive in considerably better spirits, occupying 16th place after snapping a three-match winless run with a composed 0-1 victory at Charlton Athletic on Tuesday. Manager Steven Schumacher has overseen a solid spell on the road, collecting seven points from nine available away from home recently. Josh Sheehan's foot complaint is not thought to be serious, though Atsuki Ito faces a scan on a muscular problem. Bolton will sense a real opportunity against a side so desperately short of confidence.
Derby County's collapse shows no signs of abating. The Rams sit 23rd with a mere seven points from fourteen matches, winless in eleven, and their most recent outing brought a devastating four-nil home thrashing by Norwich. Losing top scorer Sammie Szmodics to a knee injury strips them of their primary attacking threat, while teammate Morris has publicly called on his squad to stop hiding.
Bolton arrive at Pride Park in considerably better shape, occupying 16th after snapping a three-match winless run with a clean-sheet victory over Charlton. Steven Schumacher's side have gathered seven points from nine available on the road recently, suggesting genuine resilience away from home. Josh Sheehan's fitness remains a minor doubt, though Atsuki Ito's muscular concern is more worrying ahead of the trip.
The draw or away double chance represents the strongest value here. Derby's historical dominance at Pride Park counts for little given their current freefall, and Bolton's travelling form merits respect. The away win at 2.62 offers appeal, while the draw at 3.60 provides cover. Under 2.5 goals at 2.10 also warrants attention given Derby's alarming output of fewer than one goal per match this term. Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers
- Derby winless in eleven consecutive matches
- Bolton collected seven away points recently
- Rams lost top scorer Szmodics to injury
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How to Watch Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers Match?
What time is Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers?
Derby County host Bolton Wanderers at Pride Park Stadium on Friday 6 November 2026, with kickoff set for 20:00 GMT.
Where is Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers being played?
This fixture takes place at Pride Park Stadium, home of Derby County.
How Can I Watch Derby County vs Bolton Wanderers on TV and Live Stream?
Check local listings for live coverage of this Championship fixture. Odds correct at time of publication.