Callum Elder, a defender for Derby County, emphasized the importance of using past experiences as motivation for their upcoming match against Leicester City. Derby will travel to King Power Stadium for a 7:45 PM kickoff on Monday.
Learning from Past Performances
The teams recently met at Pride Park Stadium, where Derby suffered a 3-1 defeat. Elder was part of the starting lineup and recognized the team’s uncharacteristically poor first-half performance in that match.
Despite this setback, Derby County has shown resilience, remaining unbeaten in their last four matches. Their most recent outing resulted in a 1-1 draw against Birmingham City on Boxing Day.
Building Team Spirit
Elder expressed excitement for the upcoming match, emphasizing the need for a strong response from the previous fixture against Leicester.
Focus on a Strong Start
- Callum Elder urges the squad to improve their first-half performance.
- He highlights the importance of starting the game on the front foot.
- The team aims to display their character away from home.
Team Cohesion Under Pressure
The defender praised the squad’s unity, particularly following the match against Birmingham. He acknowledged the disappointment of conceding a goal from a set piece but noted that the team did not let it affect their morale.
According to Elder, strong leadership within the team has been crucial during challenging moments. He pointed out that they must exhibit character and resilience throughout the season.
Looking Ahead to Leicester
The team is determined to carry their newfound focus and leadership into the fixture against Leicester. Elder believes that the lessons learned from their previous encounter will serve as motivation to secure a better result this time.
