Championship
Aug 17, 2013 3.00pm
0
1
HT : 0 1
FT
  • yellowcard Matty James 24'
  • goal Lee Grant 37' (OG)
  • yellowcard Liam Moore 77'

Preview: Derby County vs. Leicester City

Derby vs. Leicester City

It's derby day this weekend when Leicester City take on Derby County at Pride Park with three points up for grabs.

A victory and a draw have given the home side a positive start to the Championship season, while Leicester have matched their rivals on points heading into the match.

While the two clubs have been well matched with regards to the start of their campaigns, Leicester have not failed to score against Derby in their last seven meetings.

Chris Martin should lead the line for Derby following his brace last weekend, with Will Hughes providing support from the flanks.

For Leicester, David Nugent and Jamie Vardy are expected to provide the attacking threat for the visitors.

Recent form

Derby County: DW

Leicester City: WD

Possible lineups

Derby County: Grant; Forsyth, Keogh, Freeman, Buxton, Bryson; Coutts, Hendrick, Russell, Hughes; Martin

Leicester City: Schmeichel; De Leat, Moore, Morgan, Whitbread, Konchesky; James, Drinkwater, King; Nugent, Vardy

Sports Mole says: 1-1

Share this article:
Subscribe to our newsletter

Get FREE daily news and in-depth previews for games from the biggest leagues and competitions in world football — straight to your inbox.

Subscribe