Derby have lost 8 of their last 10 away matches (Championship). There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Derby's last 9 games (Championship). Derby have failed to score in their last 3 away matches (Championship). Preston have won their last 3 matches against Derby in all competitions. Preston have failed to win their last 6 matches (Championship).
Preston fought back well after falling behind to a Lyndon Dykes goal last time out in the league, but the Lilywhites capitulated in the second half as QPR ran out 3-2 victors. The hosts are now winless in their last six league games. Derby's makeshift defence performed once again when Swansea visited the East Midlands two weeks ago, helping Wayne Rooney's side claim a goalless draw that edges the troubled visitors closer to safety. The Rams have lost just one of their last five Championship matches. 1:1
Young midfielder Ali McCann will miss the visit of Derby, but experienced striker Ched Evans should be back in contention. Ben Whiteman will return to the starting XI in his place while Liam Lindsay will deputies for the injured Andrew Hughes. Richard Stearman suffered a knock against Swansea two weeks ago but experienced centre-back Phil Jagielka is back in contention. Kelle Roos could resume his place in between the sticks while striker Sam Baldock should return after missing the clash with Swansea.
Preston fought back well after falling behind to a Lyndon Dykes goal last time out in the league, but the Lilywhites capitulated in the second half as QPR ran out 3-2 victors. The hosts are now winless in their last six league games. Derby's makeshift defence performed once again when Swansea visited the East Midlands two weeks ago, helping Wayne Rooney's side claim a goalless draw that edges the troubled visitors closer to safety. The Rams have lost just one of their last five Championship matches. 1:1
Young midfielder Ali McCann will miss the visit of Derby, but experienced striker Ched Evans should be back in contention. Ben Whiteman will return to the starting XI in his place while Liam Lindsay will deputies for the injured Andrew Hughes. Richard Stearman suffered a knock against Swansea two weeks ago but experienced centre-back Phil Jagielka is back in contention. Kelle Roos could resume his place in between the sticks while striker Sam Baldock should return after missing the clash with Swansea.
Derby have lost 8 of their last 10 away matches (Championship). There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Derby's last 9 games (Championship). Derby have failed to score in their last 3 away matches (Championship). Preston have won their last 3 matches against Derby in all competitions. Preston have failed to win their last 6 matches (Championship).