Derby County host Leeds United in the FA Cup third round on Sunday, with the Premier League side looking to bounce back from their defeat to Newcastle
Leeds United play Derby County in the FA Cup(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
Long-standing rivals Derby and Leeds are set to clash once again in the FA Cup third round this Sunday, with the Premier League team aiming to recover from their gut-wrenching loss to Newcastle in the match’s final moments. Daniel Farke’s squad, currently on a seven-match unbeaten streak, will be entering the game against their Championship adversaries with confidence.
The upcoming match carries an added edge, not just harking back to the days of Brian Clough and Don Revie at the helm, but also recalling the 2019 Spygate controversy and Derby’s subsequent victory in the Championship play-offs. As such, Leeds can anticipate a chilly reception at Pride Park.
What time is the Derby vs Leeds match?
Derby will be hosting Leeds on Sunday, January 11, with a lunchtime kick-off at 12pm. It’s the day’s opening match following an exciting Saturday that saw Macclesfield pull off one of the most memorable upsets in FA Cup history by defeating reigning champions Crystal Palace.
Is Derby vs Leeds on TV?
Yes, the match has been selected for TV coverage and will be broadcast on TNT Sports. The live game will be shown on their TNT Sports 2 channel, with coverage commencing from 11.30am.
For those who prefer streaming, the match can also be accessed via discovery+ on TNT Sports.
Radio commentary of the match will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live or talkSPORT.
What’s the team news?
Backup goalkeepers often get a chance to play in the FA Cup, but given Farke’s recent criticism of Lucas Perri’s performances, it’s likely that many will be anticipating Karl Darlow to step in against Derby.
Farke may opt for squad rotation to maintain freshness, with a call yet to be made on Jayden Bogle’s inclusion as he recovers from a calf problem.
Potential starters could include Sam Byram, Sebastiaan Bornauw, Ao Tanaka, Wilfried Gnonto and Joel Piroe.
Lewis Travis, who recently returned to Derby after a 12-week absence due to a calf injury, is vying for his first start against Leeds.