Derby County continued their incredible run of form in the Championship as they defeated Huddersfield Town 2–0 at Pride Park, securing their fifth consecutive victory. The Rams, led by manager Paul Warne, once again showed composure, control, and attacking flair, with Joe Ward stealing the show in a brilliant performance.
From the opening whistle, Derby looked sharp and confident. It took only 14 minutes for the breakthrough to arrive when Ward capitalized on a defensive mistake, cutting inside from the right and curling a superb effort into the top corner. The goal set the tone for the night, as the Rams dominated possession and dictated the tempo throughout the first half.
Huddersfield struggled to find rhythm, with Derby’s midfield trio of Bird, Hourihane, and Nyambe controlling proceedings. The visitors’ best chance came just before halftime, but Joe Wildsmith pulled off a stunning save to deny a close-range header.
In the 68th minute, Derby sealed the win through James Collins, who tapped home from Ward’s precise cross, capping off a night to remember for the winger. Ward’s pace, creativity, and relentless work rate earned him the Man of the Match award, as chants of his name echoed around Pride Park.
This latest win keeps Derby firmly in the promotion race, moving them closer to the Championship’s top six. The atmosphere at Pride Park was electric, with fans celebrating a team that seems to be growing in confidence and belief with every game.
🏆 Final Score: Derby County 2–0 Huddersfield Town
✨ Man of the Match: Joe Ward
📍 Venue: Pride Park Stadium
🤍 The Rams keep marching on! 🤍