Derby County striker star of the show as boss hails performance

Derby County striker Dajaune Brown delivered a standout performance, scoring his second goal in as many games during Rochdale's 2-1 victory over Fleetwood. Currently on a season-long loan from Derby, Brown opened the scoring with an acrobatic finish before Aden Flint doubled the lead by capitalizing on a rebound from Brown's shot.

Rochdale manager Ian Watson praised his team's bravery and collective work ethic after holding on for the win despite Tobi Adebayo-Rowling receiving a red card with 20 minutes left. The result lifted 16th-placed Rochdale in League Two following Brown's earlier goal in a 2-0 midweek win against Oldham.