Overview

• Derby County will host Stoke City at Pride Park on Saturday at 12:30pm, with both teams among five clubs fighting to avoid relegation to League One.
• John Eustace has confirmed that Derby has no fresh injuries, with the squad identical to the one that secured a crucial win against Hull City last weekend.
• Defender Sondre Langas, who requires knee surgery, is playing through significant pain and will be monitored for availability before the match.
• A win for Derby would guarantee their Championship status for next season, while Stoke’s survival depends on both their result and outcomes elsewhere.
• Sky Sports pundit David Prutton predicts a narrow 1-0 Derby victory, citing the team’s strong form and home advantage at Pride Park as key factors.