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John Eustace reveals key duo’s half-time Bolton pep talk as Derby County lift gloom with big win

Derby County secured their first home win of the season as they came from behind to beat Bolton at Pride Park…

By Leigh Curtis · Derby Telegraph

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:11 PM

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Manager John Eustace highlighted Shane Duffy and Jack Robinson for inspiring Derby's second-half comeback against Bolton.
Derby defeated Bolton 3-1 after falling behind to a first-half strike from Ruben Rodrigues.
Ryan Nyambe scored his first career senior goal, with Jack Robinson and Rhian Brewster also scoring for Derby.

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Derby manager John Eustace praised experienced duo Shane Duffy and Jack Robinson for delivering an inspiring half-time pep talk that helped spark a comeback victory over Bolton. Derby trailed 1-0 after Ruben Rodrigues scored for Bolton before the break, but quick second-half goals from Ryan Nyambe and Robinson turned the match around before Rhian Brewster secured the 3-1 win in stoppage time.

Eustace credited both the half-time talk and a tactical shape change for revitalizing the team's performance. He also reserved special praise for defender Nyambe, who netted his first senior professional goal in over 350 appearances.

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John Eustace reveals key duo’s half-time Bolton pep talk as Derby County lift gloom with big win

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