RAMS RATINGS
JOE WILDSMITH:
Did not have a shot to save in the first half. Much of his work was routine. 7/10
JASON KNIGHT:
Played as a forward last week and right-back this week before being moved up front. Hit a post with a terrific free-kick. 8/10
CURTIS DAVIES:
Produced a fine block to stop Maolida’s shot in the first half. Just reads the game so well. 7/10
JAMES CHESTER:
The former Aston Villa defender slotted in seamlessly in the heart of the defence and showcased why he was one of the club’s top targets. 7/10
HAYDON ROBERTS:
Can see why Brighton & Hove Albion rate him so highly. A crossfield pass of 60 yards drew a fine ovation from the fans in the first half. 8/10
NATHANIEL MENDEZ-LAING:
Rams fans are going to love watching the former Sheffield Wednesday winger. Scored a well-taken goal but his work-rate defensively was also impressive. Manager’s dream. 8/10
MAX BIRD:
His shot in the first half fizzed past the upright. Had a solid game. 8/10
CONOR HOURIHANE:
One moment in the first half stood out as he played a lovely pass in behind the full-back for MendezLaing. A Rolls-Royce of a midfielder and possesses a lovely left foot. 7/10
TOM BARKHUIZEN:
As against Bradford City last weekend, the former Preston North End attacker showed some real flashes of quality. Didn’t shirk his defensive responsibilities either. 7/10
JAMES COLLINS:
Loved the fact that he took umbrage at a tackle from Ivan Sunjic in the first half. Uses his body well to protect the ball. 7/10
DAVID MCGOLDRICK:
May not be blessed with lightning pace but his speed of thought more than makes up for it. Did beautifully for the goal. 8/10
SUBSTITUTES
SCOTT LOACH:
Replaced Wildsmith and was rarely called upon. 6/10
EIRAN CASHIN:
Came on as the left-sided centre-back and did well. 6/10
KWAKU ODUROH:
The former Manchester City defender, who signed on Thursday, looks a real prospect. 6/10
RICHARD STEARMAN:
Led by experience in the heart of the back four. 6/10
JACK STRETTON:
Looked lively when he came on and nearly scored. 6/10
LOUIE SIBLEY:
Demonstrated a couple of neat touches. Created a good chance for Stretton. 6/10
CRAIG FORSYTH:
Was neat and tidy as you would expect. 6/10
DARREN ROBINSON:
Made a crucial interception at 1-0 which showed great awareness. 7/10
LIAM THOMSON:
Ferreted around midfield as soon as he came on. 6/10
OSAZEE AGHATISE:
Kept it nice and simple.
GEORGE NUNN:
6/10
Derby fans got their first look at the former Chelsea player who played wide right. 6/10