Derby U18 vs Manchester City U18: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Derby County U-18 prepare to host Manchester City U-18 on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 13:00, this ENGLAND: U-18 Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Derby County U-18, currently 12th in the standings with 17 points from 17 games, trail the leaders by 25 points. They've earned 5 points from 7 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 18 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Manchester City U-18, sitting 1st with 42 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 7 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 16 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Derby County U-18 and Manchester City U-18 have favored Manchester City U-18, with Manchester City U-18 claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-4). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Manchester Utd U-18, Derby County U-18 recorded a 1-6 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Manchester City U-18's last outing came against Newcastle U-18, where they secured a 5-3 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Derby County U-18 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Derby County U-18 and Manchester City U-18 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 plenty of goals: Derby County U-18's fixtures have averaged 5 goals per game, with 10 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Manchester City U-18's games average 4.9 goals, with 9 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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