Rams' worries may continue against surging Newcastle

Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle celebrates his goal against BrightonCredit: Steve Welsh

Championship
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Any hopes Derby had of Nigel Pearson making an immediate positive impact look wide of the mark and their slow start could continue at home to Newcastle this evening.

The Rams have not played well under their new boss, collecting five points from as many Sky Bet Championship matches and they have found the net just once.

Team news
Derby
Will Hughes is doubtful with a head injury. Abdoul Camara is out, but Bradley Johnson is fit. New signings Chris Weale, Matej Vydra, Ikechi Anya and James Wilson may feature.

Newcastle
Dwight Gayle and Aleksandar Mitrovic both return but Rob Elliot and Rolando Aarons are out. New boys Achraf Lazaar, Christian Atsu and Daryl Murphy are available.

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Mark LangdonRacing Post Sport

Published on 9 September 2016inFootball tips

Last updated 19:25, 9 September 2016

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