REF’s picks

Derby County hold a strong home record at Pride Park and can leverage Stoke City's abysmal away form to secure a vital win. Backing the Rams to edge this Championship clash is justified by their recent dominance on their own turf.

1. 1Derby have won each of their past four home matches, conceding just two goals in that run.
2. 2Stoke have lost each of their last four Championship away contests, struggling badly on the road.
3. 3Derby are fighting near the foot of the table and could suffer if their recent defensive lapses reemerge.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.