Derby County is set to host Leicester City in a crucial Sky Bet Championship match at Pride Park Stadium. The game kicks off at 12:30pm, and team news has been revealed ahead of the fixture.
Team News: Derby County
Head Coach John Eustace has decided to stick with the same starting lineup that faced Middlesbrough, despite a 2-1 defeat. The only adjustment in the squad is on the bench, where experienced defender Danny Batth has made his return. He replaces Owen Eames, who has been sidelined.
Injuries Affecting Derby County
Several key players will miss the match due to injury:
- Max Johnston
- Owen Beck
- David Ozoh
- Lewis Travis
- Rhian Brewster
- Carlton Morris
Derby County’s Starting Lineup
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Zetterström |
| DEF | Clarke |
| DEF | Langås |
| DEF | Agyemang |
| DEF | Salvesen |
| DEF | Elder |
| MID | Ward |
| FW | Brereton Díaz |
| FW | Sanderson |
| FW | Adams (C) |
| FW | Clark |
Derby County’s Bench Options
- Vickers (GK)
- Forsyth
- Batth
- Blackett-Taylor
- Weimann
- Thompson
- Jackson
- Nyambe
- Nelson
Leicester City’s Squad
Leicester City will also be fielding a competitive team for this match. Their starting lineup includes:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Stolarczyk |
| DEF | Nelson |
| DEF | James |
| DEF | Fatawu |
| FW | Ayew |
| FW | Mavididi |
| FW | De Cordova-Reid |
| DEF | Ricardo (C) |
| MID | Skipp |
| DEF | Vestergaard |
| DEF | L. Thomas |
Leicester City’s Substitutes
- Begovic (GK)
- Faes
- Choudhury
- Carranza
- Daka
- Page
- S. Thomas
- Aluko
- Evans
This match is vital for both teams as they aim to improve their positions in the Sky Bet Championship. Fans can expect an exciting encounter as Derby County faces Leicester City at Pride Park Stadium.
