Derby – QPR

Derby travel to the home of QPR in what promises to be a stark contrast of fortunes. Sitting 22nd with just four points from one win, one draw and five defeats, and a meagre 6‑13 goal return, the hosts will need a complete turnaround to threaten QPR’s sixth‑place position. The visitors sit comfortably on 12 points after three wins, three draws and a single loss, boasting a positive 8‑5 goal difference. Historically the gap between the two sides has been wide, and the upcoming clash offers Derby a rare chance to close the deficit while QPR look to consolidate their spot in the upper half of the table.