3/1 To Win
Derby County will return their attention to the FA Cup for their Fifth Round clash with Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday at the Amex Stadium, kick-off: 12.30pm.
Frank Lampard’s side will look to book a place in the quarter-final and move to seven games unbeaten in all competitions and here, dcfc.co.uk has gathered all the information you will need ahead of the meeting with Chris Hughton’s side.
TEAM NEWS…
Jack Marriott will be available for selection after missing the last four games.
The game will come too soon for Scott Carson and new signing Efe Ambrose will not be ready for inclusion.
WHAT THE BOSS HAD TO SAY…
Speaking to RamsTV, Lampard said: "We are up for a very important game against Premier League opposition in the FA Cup with an opportunity to get the Quarter Final.
"We have to appreciate the situation we are in. It’s a big situation and we have to give it everything.”
“I know Brighton are a strong team who are very worthy members of the Premier League.
“They showed that last year and they were competitive in it. They have a very good manager and have very good players so I’m not too concerned on recent form but I will analyse them as a Premier League team and it will be a tough challenge for us.”
HOW TO SECURE YOUR SEAT…
Derby sold out their initial allocation of 1,723 tickets last week and have been given a further 1,380 seats, making the overall allocation 3,103.
There is a £5 increase across all bands for supporters wishing to buy tickets on the day of the game, compared to when purchasing in advance. Tickets will be on sale from 9am at the Ticket Office located aside to Seagulls Superstore in the North Stand.
Both cash and card payments are accepted.
Ticket prices are as follows:
Adults: £20
Seniors (65+): £15
Under 21s (18-20): £15
Under 18s (2-17) +: £10
* Supporters aged 12 and below must be accompanied by someone aged 18 or above.
TRAVEL INFORMATION…
Trains: Southern Rail will be operating an enhanced service for this match, however please note that there will be a bus replacement service operating between Three Bridges and both Lewes and Brighton respectively. All supporters are advised to check with Southern’s website prior to travelling.
THE LAST MEETING…
Brighton and Hove Albion 3-0 Derby County
10th March 2017
The Seagulls picked up all three points to draw level on points with Newcastle as what would become their promotion season drew to a close.
Anthony Knockaert fired Brighton to an early lead with a low 20-yard effort into the corner and Sam Baldock slotted in just before the break.
Matej Vydra had an effort rattle off the post for the Rams before Glenn Murray bundled in from Knockaert’s cross.
The defeat saw the Rams remain 10th in the Sky Bet Championship.
WHO’S THE MAN IN THE MIDDLE…
David Coote will be the man in the middle at the Amex Stadium on Saturday afternoon. He has officiated 21 fixtures so far this season producing 76 yellow cards and four red.
Coote is yet to referee a match involving the Rams this season.
Coote will be assisted by Dan Cook and Neil Davies on the lines, whilst Roger East has been appointed as the fourth official.
HOW TO FOLLOW THE ACTION…
Owen Bradley will be joined by former Ram Shane Nicholson live from 11.45am on Saturday morning for a special pre-match show as the pair look ahead to the game with stats, clips and exclusive interviews.
Due to FA Cup international broadcasting rights, RamsTV will NOT be able to stream Derby’s match with Brighton & Hove Albion live – either in the UK or internationally. However, subscribers will be able to access a live audio stream of the game.
UK-Based fans will be able to see a full replay of the game from Sunday evening.
RamsTV will have all the best post-match reaction following the full time whistle, including exclusive interviews with Frank Lampard and his players, as well as comprehensive highlights packages.
