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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Derby County and Ipswich Town is set for 07.02.2026 at 12:31. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Derby County, currently sitting 7 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Ipswich Town, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 07.02.2026
- Kickoff: 12:31
- Favorite: Ipswich Town
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 30.08.2025, finishing Ipswich Town 2-2 Derby County.
Derby County Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Derby County squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Derby County lineup today or Derby County starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Derby County home performances:
Date Event Score 30.01.2026 Bristol City vs Derby County 0 - 5 23.01.2026 Derby County vs West Bromwich Albion 1 - 1 20.01.2026 Charlton Athletic vs Derby County 1 - 2
Ipswich Town Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Ipswich Town have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Ipswich Town 2-2 Derby County
- Wins this season over Derby County: 6
Recent away match stats for Ipswich Town:
Date Event Score 31.01.2026 Ipswich Town vs Preston North End 1 - 1 24.01.2026 Sheffield United vs Ipswich Town 3 - 1 20.01.2026 Ipswich Town vs Bristol City 2 - 0
Prediction and Final Word
As of 02.02.2026, odds point to Ipswich Town as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Derby County and Ipswich Town lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
