Chopper

Adams Park Stadium
Wednesday, April 10th – Kick-Off: 19.45
Still a full week to go before another match to savour, this time against a club who can sensibly lay claim to having the greatest car park in all of football. So, what is there to say about L1’s perennial not-so-nearly men? Well, they have a fantastic chairman don’t they! Who else would be magnanimous enough to name their ground after our legendary midfield destroyer, Ebou? More to the point, how did he even know Ebou was coming to Derby? Clever chap, I suppose, which is probably why he now owns more ambulances than the NHS. As for Wycombe the town, well some brief research shows that Wycombe is notable only for being surrounded by places that are not dumps. Also, for weighing its mayors to see whether they have been getting rich on the public pound. Oh, The Cornetto Trilogy too, for any Hot Fuzz fans out there.
Moving onto Wycombe FC, well what can I say?
No, really, what can I say?
Oh, alright then! Their Wiki bio states that Wycombe Wanderers Football Club is an English professional association football club based in the town of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Founded in 1887, they entered the Southern League in 1896. Despite being around forever though, they’ve won the square root of feck all and in 137 years, have only managed to accrue around 7,000 supporters. I’m no maths whizz, but by utilising my trusty abacus, I’ve calculated that at their current rate of growth, they will hit Derby levels of support in only 508.86 years. Something to look forward to, then.
Key Threats
Well they are two-fold and to be taken seriously; firstly, there’s the threat of legal action and secondly, there’s a very real possibility that they’ll attempt to hoof half our team into the stands. Fortunately for us, we’ve already paid them out, so they’re now feasting on the bones of other clubs in financial strife. Also, their stands are tiny and their team is rubbish, so if any Wycombe player does attempt to half-volley Liam Thomson into the North Stand, he’ll probably miss it altogether.
On the pitch, after a seriously deep dive, the only threats I’ve come up with are Luke Leahy who has amassed 8 goals and 6 assists this season from @40 starts, Dale Taylor with 5 and Joseph Low with 4. I was going to visit their forum to try to discern some interesting insider titbits for you lot; team strategy, injuries, pie quality and the like, but I immediately realised I’d rather eat my own vomit, so I didn’t bother. Feel free to have a gander yourselves though.
The Team
I think we’ll likely see the same starting 11, or very close to it. Fortunately, we now have the aforementioned Ebou Adams, so when they kick us, he’ll kick them back. Several times each, probably. That said, I think if we play our own game and don’t get sucked into Wycombe’s peculiar brand of anti-football, we may well win and win well.
And sadly, that’s all folks, as the pub beckons and in truth, I’d not really counted on us getting past both Blackpool and Pompey and have nothing else prepared. A final note though, for away supporters looking for things to do before and after the game, might I recommend a trip to Henley, Marlow or Windsor instead?
COYR
BE MORE B4

I wonder if there is an agreement, if we do go up? Hope so. He may not have much of a future at Cardiff, but if he proves integral to a L1 promotion, then without a prior agreement then we might not afford the asking price. Stoke, Birmingham or some randoms like that pay the asking and get him.
Remembering Thorne, Seth, Carsley, even DPFG that role is so vital in allowing us to play 'the Derby way' (which I imagine as a slightly fanciful view of Jim Smith's days only with more 3-0 v Arsenal and less 0-5 v Leeds)
Whatever happens we need that role filling, and I think Adams is just the fella.

Uninspiring, deflated and limp with the Mrs rubbing my back and telling me it’s ok as I sob uncontrollably….but enough about my love life, as for the football I haven’t a clue 🤷🏻‍♂️ 

I think Brown should stay out. I love seeing that he's playing, scoring, assisting, making an impact on the mens game.
I can understand the argument to bring him back though. Washington and Waghorn aren't fully back or 'in nick' and Brown would certainly hit the ground running.
But he is in form at Conference level, it would be a gamble. He could come straight in and give that different option score early and then go on a run. He could just as easily need a run to get acclimatised too. Plus I get the feeling that Warne would hold him reserve, on the bench perhaps playing 10 mins when chasing the game, achieving neither scenarios above. 
Thinking long term let him stay, let him go to Wembley, let him finish the season on a high and then see what preseason brings. Closing the season with Gateshead could be just the experience that he needs and in season 24-25 we may glean the benefit regardless of our division.

I think Brown should stay out. I love seeing that he's playing, scoring, assisting, making an impact on the mens game.
I can understand the argument to bring him back though. Washington and Waghorn aren't fully back or 'in nick' and Brown would certainly hit the ground running.
But he is in form at Conference level, it would be a gamble. He could come straight in and give that different option score early and then go on a run. He could just as easily need a run to get acclimatised too. Plus I get the feeling that Warne would hold him reserve, on the bench perhaps playing 10 mins when chasing the game, achieving neither scenarios above. 
Thinking long term let him stay, let him go to Wembley, let him finish the season on a high and then see what preseason brings. Closing the season with Gateshead could be just the experience that he needs and in season 24-25 we may glean the benefit regardless of our division.

I think Brown should stay out. I love seeing that he's playing, scoring, assisting, making an impact on the mens game.
I can understand the argument to bring him back though. Washington and Waghorn aren't fully back or 'in nick' and Brown would certainly hit the ground running.
But he is in form at Conference level, it would be a gamble. He could come straight in and give that different option score early and then go on a run. He could just as easily need a run to get acclimatised too. Plus I get the feeling that Warne would hold him reserve, on the bench perhaps playing 10 mins when chasing the game, achieving neither scenarios above. 
Thinking long term let him stay, let him go to Wembley, let him finish the season on a high and then see what preseason brings. Closing the season with Gateshead could be just the experience that he needs and in season 24-25 we may glean the benefit regardless of our division.

So annoyed. I kinda felt he was coming into his own a bit with Derby after a rocky start, and winning some fans over. Settling was absolutely key given I feel that he was integral to Warnes plan for a back 3. Shows how fragile progress can be I guess. 
I'd imagine Warne could be forced into a back 4 again, which yes we were quite effective playing but only once Nyambe was in the team! 
Between this (compounded by Fozzy breaking down again) and a potential injury to NML, this could be a challenging run in. Warne will need to earn his keep.

So annoyed. I kinda felt he was coming into his own a bit with Derby after a rocky start, and winning some fans over. Settling was absolutely key given I feel that he was integral to Warnes plan for a back 3. Shows how fragile progress can be I guess. 
I'd imagine Warne could be forced into a back 4 again, which yes we were quite effective playing but only once Nyambe was in the team! 
Between this (compounded by Fozzy breaking down again) and a potential injury to NML, this could be a challenging run in. Warne will need to earn his keep.

My youngest was 2 days old, I missed the match because of that. But, he was sat with me in his Derby County onesie (for at least some of it) watching it on TV. The first game he "saw" was that one. Will forever remember it for so many reasons, that, and the fact that it signified the implosion of Notts and the coming of Derby. Sigh. Good times.

My youngest was 2 days old, I missed the match because of that. But, he was sat with me in his Derby County onesie (for at least some of it) watching it on TV. The first game he "saw" was that one. Will forever remember it for so many reasons, that, and the fact that it signified the implosion of Notts and the coming of Derby. Sigh. Good times.

My youngest was 2 days old, I missed the match because of that. But, he was sat with me in his Derby County onesie (for at least some of it) watching it on TV. The first game he "saw" was that one. Will forever remember it for so many reasons, that, and the fact that it signified the implosion of Notts and the coming of Derby. Sigh. Good times.

My youngest was 2 days old, I missed the match because of that. But, he was sat with me in his Derby County onesie (for at least some of it) watching it on TV. The first game he "saw" was that one. Will forever remember it for so many reasons, that, and the fact that it signified the implosion of Notts and the coming of Derby. Sigh. Good times.

My youngest was 2 days old, I missed the match because of that. But, he was sat with me in his Derby County onesie (for at least some of it) watching it on TV. The first game he "saw" was that one. Will forever remember it for so many reasons, that, and the fact that it signified the implosion of Notts and the coming of Derby. Sigh. Good times.

Dunno, Wycombe could be up for it. If they sell out their carpark again, threaten the EFL with some litigation and spend the week training hard at their natural strengths like kicking puppies and stealing toys from orphans they may be a tough challenge. 

If its true, then I'm annoyed. Not from the refusal to sign, no as discussed elsewhere with so many unknowns in respect to where we are next season cultivating options work both ways. What annoys me is the whole soundbite over the last week or so about moving here and enjoying his football more than ever now he has consistency in his first team appearances (more than Weds).
Sure I'm aware of hyperbole, badge kissing and all that, I may be a numpty but not a total numpty; but it just seems jarringly disingenuous if he had already decided that he is about to leave. 
Could be that Warne/Clowes has put a hold on future contract negotiations and Wildsmith isnt particularly pleased and wants to secure his club for next season now. Agent spreads this after a well publicised save that has raised his stock, let's face it this story wouldnt be out a few days after hes ran 16 yards to demolish a winger going nowhere and concede a penalty in a 1-0 defeat.
Could be nothing. Could be Nixon stirring the pot, whenever Derby do anything stories emerge. SMc to Newcastle, Lampard to Chelsea, even talk of Rooney to (sniggers) but he still fielded questions about the Manure and Everton jobs. 
Let's see what comes to pass

Contract renewals I'm relaxed about (my man crush Cashin has signed so who cares!). As we dont know if its L1 or Championship building for that season is difficult, it's not like we can really play the odds yet either paying contracts on assumptions.
Players may feel this too, some may be happy that they can get X if we go up or settle for Y if we dont. Some may think they are Championship players and can get a gig in there if we dont. Some may realise that a realistic Derby future is only possible if they stay in L1, and if they go up then they are playing not for a Derby contract but one elsewhere.
Assets secured the rest may be used to give wriggle room in a rebuild. After a good look at the Academy some of those fringe players may be replaced by those? Money then spent on a few Premium players.
I like the idea of investors waiting in the wings for promotion, economically viable (now), top 20 attendances, promotion bounce could be attractive. If that happens I'd like to see Clowes remain in whatever role he wishes, that is if he wishes it. He has earned that much.

Contract renewals I'm relaxed about (my man crush Cashin has signed so who cares!). As we dont know if its L1 or Championship building for that season is difficult, it's not like we can really play the odds yet either paying contracts on assumptions.
Players may feel this too, some may be happy that they can get X if we go up or settle for Y if we dont. Some may think they are Championship players and can get a gig in there if we dont. Some may realise that a realistic Derby future is only possible if they stay in L1, and if they go up then they are playing not for a Derby contract but one elsewhere.
Assets secured the rest may be used to give wriggle room in a rebuild. After a good look at the Academy some of those fringe players may be replaced by those? Money then spent on a few Premium players.
I like the idea of investors waiting in the wings for promotion, economically viable (now), top 20 attendances, promotion bounce could be attractive. If that happens I'd like to see Clowes remain in whatever role he wishes, that is if he wishes it. He has earned that much.

Contract renewals I'm relaxed about (my man crush Cashin has signed so who cares!). As we dont know if its L1 or Championship building for that season is difficult, it's not like we can really play the odds yet either paying contracts on assumptions.
Players may feel this too, some may be happy that they can get X if we go up or settle for Y if we dont. Some may think they are Championship players and can get a gig in there if we dont. Some may realise that a realistic Derby future is only possible if they stay in L1, and if they go up then they are playing not for a Derby contract but one elsewhere.
Assets secured the rest may be used to give wriggle room in a rebuild. After a good look at the Academy some of those fringe players may be replaced by those? Money then spent on a few Premium players.
I like the idea of investors waiting in the wings for promotion, economically viable (now), top 20 attendances, promotion bounce could be attractive. If that happens I'd like to see Clowes remain in whatever role he wishes, that is if he wishes it. He has earned that much.

Best case now is that the 6 points deduction which has been reduced to 4 because of the cooperation of Notts, is appealed by their owner. The appeal fails, taking with it the mitigation of cooperation increasing the punishment up to the full 6 for a frivolous appeal. They go down by 1 point as a result of their own appeal.
That'd do it and send a message to other teams. Yeah they should do that.

Dunno, Wycombe could be up for it. If they sell out their carpark again, threaten the EFL with some litigation and spend the week training hard at their natural strengths like kicking puppies and stealing toys from orphans they may be a tough challenge. 

Even after being gutted the Academy is still producing that is amazing, and fills me with so much hope for the future. I must confess though I read "Nell MacAndrew" in that above.

Best case now is that the 6 points deduction which has been reduced to 4 because of the cooperation of Notts, is appealed by their owner. The appeal fails, taking with it the mitigation of cooperation increasing the punishment up to the full 6 for a frivolous appeal. They go down by 1 point as a result of their own appeal.
That'd do it and send a message to other teams. Yeah they should do that.

Dunno, Wycombe could be up for it. If they sell out their carpark again, threaten the EFL with some litigation and spend the week training hard at their natural strengths like kicking puppies and stealing toys from orphans they may be a tough challenge. 

Dunno, Wycombe could be up for it. If they sell out their carpark again, threaten the EFL with some litigation and spend the week training hard at their natural strengths like kicking puppies and stealing toys from orphans they may be a tough challenge.