Under 1 goals in 1st half
In this match between Derby County and Stoke City, the best approach seems to be betting on **Under 1** goals in the first half. Both teams have shown a tendency for slower starts to games, with Derby averaging under 1 goal in the first 45 minutes in most of their recent matches. Stoke City's away form is also defensively solid, often prioritizing a steady build-up rather than early goals. With both teams focusing on structure, the odds of a low-scoring first half are high.