Pick of the stats: Derby County v Stoke City

Derby County host Stoke City at Pride Park on Saturday looking to recover from a difficult run that has left them second-bottom in the Championship. The Rams have earned just two points across their last six fixtures and were beaten 4-1 by QPR on Wednesday. Meanwhile, eighth-placed Stoke aim to bounce back after a narrow 3-2 home defeat to Middlesbrough halted their strong recent run of form.

Historical head-to-head records favor Derby, who remain unbeaten in their past six home league encounters against Stoke dating back to February 2007. However, the visitors carry momentum on the road, targeting a third consecutive away league victory. Derby continue to struggle with set pieces, standing as the only Championship side yet to score from one this season.