Burton Albion wins against Derby County

Burton Albion defeated Derby County 2-1 in a pre-season friendly at Pirelli Stadium.

Burton Albion defeats Derby County in pre-season friendly

Derby County faced a setback in their preparations for the upcoming 2025/26 Sky Bet Championship season, losing 2-1 to League One's Burton Albion in a pre-season friendly held at Pirelli Stadium. The match served as the final for the 2025 Bass Charity Vase and marked Derby's fourth public appearance this summer. Jake Beesley's header opened the scoring for Burton early in the game, while Derby equalized in the second half with a goal from Corey Blackett-Taylor. However, Beesley clinched the victory for Burton with another goal late in the match.

This match highlighted key areas of concern for Derby County as they approach the new season. Despite a strong start to the pre-season, failing to secure a victory against lower-tier opposition raises questions about their readiness. With several players nursing injuries, Derby's depth may be tested as they prepare for more rigorous competition ahead. Burton's successful campaign serves as an encouraging sign as they aim to improve upon last year’s performance while Derby will need to tighten their defense before the season kick-off.

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As both teams continue their preparations, their upcoming matches will be pivotal in shaping the upcoming season.