Within the earlier thrilling FA Cup match, Derby County confirmed dedication by securing a 2-2 draw in opposition to Crewe Alexandra.
Now, the stage is about for a first-round replay at Satisfaction Park, with the winner incomes a house conflict in opposition to Bristol Rovers.
Match Preview
Derby confronted a near-historic setback as Crewe took a 2-goal lead of their preliminary encounter. Nonetheless, a outstanding comeback, together with Conor Hourihane’s injury-time strike, secured a replay alternative.
Derby County has exhibited dominance, scoring a complete of seven targets in back-to-back victories.
The Rams’ current triumphs embody a 4-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Underneath-21s and a convincing 3-0 win in opposition to Barnsley.
This success marks their fourth consecutive dwelling win at Satisfaction Park, showcasing an unbeaten streak since August.
Crewe Alexandra, no stranger to FA Cup challenges, goals to spoil the Satisfaction Park celebration.
Regardless of a late collapse within the first fixture, they arrive with momentum, having secured a 1-0 victory in opposition to Notts County. Crewe now boasts 4 wins of their final 5 League Two matches.
Workforce Information
Derby faces worldwide break challenges with key gamers like Conor Washington and Darren Robinson representing their nations. Accidents additional complicate issues, with Nathaniel Mendez-Laing’s standing unsure.
Crewe navigates their defensive lineup with out Connor O’Riordan, however 19-year-old Lewis Billington steps in. The guests cope with a number of accidents however welcome again Charlie Finney and Shilow Tracey.
Doable Beginning Lineups
Derby County:
- Wildsmith;
- Wilson, Nelson, Cashin, Forsyth;
- Hourihane, Smith;
- Barkhuizen, Sibley, Mendez-Laing;
- Collins
Crewe Alexandra:
- Davies;
- Offord, Demetriou, Billington;
- Cooney, White, Thomas, Adebisi;
- Tracey, Baker-Richardson, Nevitt
Predictions
Derby County, fueled by dwelling benefit and up to date goal-scoring prowess, is poised for a 2-0 victory over Crewe Alexandra.
Can Crewe overcome their late collapse and create an upset, or will Derby safe a spot within the coveted second spherical?
