Derby travel to Cardiff knowing that getting anything will be a good result. Question is though, could it be all three points?
Vital Quotes:
Billy Davies says:
‘There is a great spirit in the squad, the players are working very hard to try and do what we can and that will continue into Saturdays’ game.’
‘The players have been first class and we will continue to do what we have to with regards to getting another good result away from home.’
Cardiff City Team News:
Darren Moore is suspended, so Dean Leacock is expected to step in for Darren. Paul Peschisolido and Bob Malcolm are still out though, through a thigh injury and an ankle injury respectively.
Player to watch: Arturo Lupoli
The tricky little Italian frightens defences with his pace and can score for fun when he is playing his best football. I think he has the potential to form a lethal partnership with Steve Howard.
Derby County Team News:
Top Scorer Michael Chopra is expected to return for the Bluebirds, as is Kevin McNaughton at the back. Tbey will definitely be without on-loan defender Kerrea Gilbert as he saw red last week at Norwich.
Player to watch: Michael Chopra
This i a striker who knows where the back of the net is. He can be lethal at times, and his goals have propelled Cardiff into first place.
Match Facts & Stats
Results from last season:
Cardiff City 0-0 Derby County
Derby County 2-1 Cardiff City
Derby were unbeaten against Cardiff last season, and we are hoping that statistic can continue for tomorrow.
Derby have a good away record of late, winning 3 out of 6 on their travels. Cardiff will be hard to beat however, winning five out of six at home this season.
Match Prediction:
I can see both teams scoring tomorrow so I am going for a 1-1 draw, but a very close game.
Next Fixtures:
The next three fixtures are as follows:
FLC DERBY COUNTY v Barnsley Wed 1st November
FLC DERBY COUNTY v WBA Sat 4th November
FLC Coventry City v DERBY COUNTY Sat 11th November