Steve Davies extends Derby’s unbeaten run to 5 games

September 30, 2008 | Fixtures

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Derby have been on a good run over the last four games, mostly drawing but at least with the teams who are heading up the Championship this season.

So with BBC Radio Five Live Extra covering the game when there were numerous Champions League qualifiers simultaneously being played, the media obviously thought it would be an interesting result from two relegatees from the Premiership last season.

Unfortunately, activity was rather limited.

Derby keeper Roy Carroll saved a strong effort from Mehdi Nafti in the first minute, denying the travellers an early lead.

But in the 26th minute, Birmingham’s Quincy Owusu-Abeyie fired in a worthy shot to take the Blues into a lead for the majority of the game.

Miles Addison and Paul Green were the only efforts for Derby that looked to take the home side level but the deadlock was finally broken in the 87th minute when Steve Davies fired home a late goal to give Derby their 5th game unbeaten.

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Derby’s First Away Win Of The Season

September 27, 2008 | Fixtures

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After being denied their first away win against Swansea last week and losing the lead against Cardiff in the week, Derby were fired up and ready to take on Queens Park Rangers on their visit South.

QPR nearly took the lead in the early stages from a Dexter Blackstock shot but Roy Carroll was there to stop it.

It wasn’t until the last 11 minutes when Martin Albrechtsen’s left foot thumped in the first for Derby, before Emanuel Villa wrapped up the game for the travelling side, heading in Steven Davies‘ cross, ending QPR’s 100% home record.

Next up is fellow Premiership relegatees Birmingham at home on Tuesday where he can surely improve on our current run.

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Derby travel to Brighton for 3rd Round of Carling Cup

September 25, 2008 | Fixtures

Last night, Brighton and Hove proved that money can’t buy you everything.

The long-awaited clash between Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester City was finally played - and what a game it was too.

Carling Cup logo Brighton went ahead just after the hour when Gelson Fernandes knocked in the first goal, giving Brighton the advantage for the rest of the game.

It was only in the 89th minute when Glenn Murray levelled for the travelling side before Brighton managed to knock in another goal in extra time thanks to Joe Anyinsah’s late effort.

Amazingly, City’s Stephen Ireland squeezed in an equaliser before the whistle taking the game to penalties.

But it was the Seagulls who held their nerve, taking the win and a ticket to the third round clash against the Rams down at the Withdean Stadium.

Derby will travel to Brighton on Tuesday 4th November 2008 in vain hope of continuing their successful run in the Carling Cup.

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Cardiff deny Derby another potential Welsh win

September 21, 2008 | Fixtures

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After the 1-1 draw at Swansea earlier in the week, Derby were hoping to progress against travelling Cardiff at Pride Park this weekend.

It was looking good in the first half. Cardiff put up a good fight as they always do but it was Derby defender Martin Albrechtsen who broke the deadlock, firing home a belter in the 30th minute.

On resuming the match after half time, Cardiff pushed even harder and managed to get level in the 67th minute when Joe Ledley was fouled in the penalty area by Miles Addison, giving Ross McCormack the easy task of slotting in a penalty.

It was another strong performance from Derby and a huge improvement on the side we got used to last season but it’s a shame we’ve still only got one win out of seven games. At least the points are trickling in this season though.

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SuperRams at QUAD Cinema

September 19, 2008 | Publicity

Don’t miss your opportunity to see a special screening of “SuperRams” at the new QUAD centre in Derby.

SuperRams - the one-off movie - will be showcased at 5pm on Sunday 28th September 2008.

SuperRams is a fantastic compilation of Derby County’s classic footballing moments dating from the 1946 FA Cup Final win against Charlton, beating Manchester United in the 1970 Cup Final, the team celebrating league championship win in 1972 and beating Real Madrid in 1975.

The screening will also include a full episode of ‘Cloughies Golden Oldies’ a 1987 series in which Brian Clough looked back at great football matches. The programme was compiled by Philip Leach, archivist and curator at MACE (Media Archive Of Central England).

Introduced by Simon Groom with appearances by several ex-Derby players such as Roy McFarland, Roger Davies and Reg Harrison.

- SuperRams (E) on Derby QUAD

It’s all part of Derby Festé - a weekend of spectacular events to mark the opening of QUAD, Derby’s new centre for art and film, on the Market Place in Derby from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th September 2008.

Book your tickets online or call the QUAD Box office on 01332 290606.

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Swansea deny Derby first away win in 18 months

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After the successful game against Sheffield United at the weekend, Derby were hoping to extend their winning streak with the first of two games during their trip to Wales this week.

It was looking good for the majority of the game. Derby fought a strong game and managed to take the lead in the 63rd minute when Stephen Pearson blasted in Nathan Ellington’s cross to take Derby 1-0 up.

But those dreams of the first away win in 18 months were shattered after fifteen minutes when Ashley Williams managed to connect with Jordi Gomes’ corner, heading in the equaliser.

While it’s a shame to have lost that opportunity of two wins in a row, things are certainly picking up for Derby and we can take a lot from the last few games to improve on our ability, and actually compete with the rest of the league rather than sit at the bottom.

Next up - Cardiff!

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