DAVIES STARTS: THE PREDICTED DERBY COUNTY XI TO FACE BARNSLEY ON SATURDAY

Davies

Following their relegation to League One last season, Derby County are keen to find success this year in the hope of returning to the Championship at the first time of asking. The Rams got off to a strong start winning their first game of the season against Oxford United. However, having lost away at Charlton last weekend, there is still work to be done. This weekend, Liam Rosenior’s side host fellow relegated team Barnsley and ahead of the game, we take a look at how the Rams may line up for the game.

Despite a loss last weekend, we see Rosenior opt for an unchanged side. However, adapting back to a 4-3-3 formation that was used on the first day of the season rather than a 4-4-2. Joe Wildsmith has conceded just one league goal so far this season and therefore will be looking to get back into top form and claim another clean sheet. The back four consists of Hayden Roberts, Eiran Cashin, Curtis Davies and Jason Knight. Davies was rested for Tuesday night’s EFL Cup win and therefore is expected to return this weekend. Read More