Derby W vs Middlesbrough W: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Derby W prepare to host Middlesbrough W on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00, this ENGLAND: National League North - Women fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Derby W, currently 9th in the standings with 13 points from 13 games, trail the leaders by 22 points. They've earned 3 points from 6 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.

Middlesbrough W, sitting 6th with 16 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 7 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 3 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Derby W and Middlesbrough W have favored Middlesbrough W, with Middlesbrough W claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Halifax W, Derby W recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Middlesbrough W's last outing came against Rugby Borough W, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Derby W are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Derby W and Middlesbrough W are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Derby W's fixtures have averaged 2.1 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Middlesbrough W's games average 2.6 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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