Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Blackburn
Derby
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Danny Batth | Doubtful | 6.62 | |
Andreas Weimann | Doubtful | 6.36 |
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Corey Blackett-Taylor | Out | 6.38 | |
Joe Ward | Out | 6.15 | |
Jake Rooney | Out | N/A | |
Ebou Adams | Doubtful | 6.99 |
Team News
Blackburn
Derby
- John Eustace is expected to line up his squad in a 4-2-3-1 system for the start of the 2024/25 campaign with new addition Makhtar Gueye in line for a debut on Friday.
- There are fitness concerns surrounding summer signings Danny Batth and Andi Weimann after they failed to make the squad for Blackburn's final pre-season match against Stockport County.
- Paul Warne could hand debuts to summer signings Callum Elder, Ben Osborn, David Ozoh and Kenzo Goudmijn on the opening day.
- Corey Blackett-Taylor and Joe Ward are among the confirmed absentees for the Rams, while Ebou Adams is a doubt after missing training in the week.
I’ve watched Derby recently and to come into the Championship.with a less than secure application of the basics will leave them struggling. Blackburn have been in this league too long not to take advantage of a game like this