Current standings:

• Derby County is in eighth place with 69 points.
• Sheffield United is in fifteenth place with 45 points.
• Derby County has won seven of their last eleven league games.

Sheffield United has not performed well this season. They have lost their last two games, including a recent 3-2 defeat to Preston North End. In contrast, Derby County comes off a thrilling 3-2 victory against Queens Park Rangers. Manager John Eustace expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure the necessary win at home.

Key players to watch:

• Carlton Morris leads Derby County with twelve goals this season.
• Patrick Bamford has also scored twelve goals for Sheffield United but has struggled for consistency.
• The last encounter between these teams ended in a 3-1 victory for Derby County.

A Derby win would secure a playoff spot if both Wrexham and Hull drop points. The team will focus on maintaining their six consecutive home wins, which have bolstered their confidence heading into this decisive match.

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