Bristol City vs Derby County Predictions: Predicted Derby County XI

Derby County have risen a certain degree in terms of footballing quality all thanks to the expert management of former Chelsea legend Frank Lampard.

Currently in 6th place and battling it out with Middlesbrough and Bristol City for a place in the playoffs, they will have to be at their best to achieve their lofty ambitions.

With a promotion 6-pointer against 8th place Bristol City approaching for the Rams, it is essential for them to win this tie in order have a chance of promotion up to the Premier League next season. With just a point separating Bristol and Derby, this match could decide the fate of either side.

Team News

Duane Holmes’ groin injury means that his involvement in this crucial tie is under question.

Andy King has also been ruled out by Derby for the remainder of the season and his services have been sorely missed by Lampard’s men at times this season.

Crain Forsyth’s knee problem means that he is also not expected to return before the end of the season while Curtis Davies has suffered an Achilles’ tendon injury and isn’t scheduled back anytime soon.

Predicted Derby County XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Manager: Frank Lampard

GK Kelle Roos

The Dutch professional has been the first-choice at Derby for a couple games now and he is expected to keep his place.

RB Jayden Boyle

The 18-year-old is extremely highly rated and has been touted for big things in the near future.

CB Richard Keogh

The 32-year-old is a veteran of the English game and his experience will be crucial in the latter stages.

CB Fikayo Tomori

The Chelsea loanee has shown himself in an excellent light all campaign and should start this important tie.

LB Scott Malone

The 28-year-old Englishman has scored a couple of goals this season and has been decent whenever involved.

RCM Craig Bryson

The 32-year-old Scottish controller is going to have to be at his best in order to control this Bristol midfield.

LCM Tom Huddlestone

This Premier League veteran brings a certain degree of experience and composure in this young Derby side.

RM Harry Wilson

The Englishman scored 2 goals in stoppage time last week to seal Derby’s 2-0 win over QPR.

CAM Mason Mount

The Chelsea loanee has impressed at times this season and will be hoping to impress his parent club as well.

LM Tom Lawrence

Yet another player from Derby’s British core, Lawrence has been one of their most potent attacking sources this term.

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ST Martyn Waghorn

The 29-year-old has been used as striker over the last couple of weeks and should start ahead of David Nugent.