Two clubs chasing promotion to the Barclay's Premier League will do battle today in a playoff match between Derby County and Brighton Hove & Albion. The second-division semifinal scheduled for 2:45 p.m. ET will be held at Pride Park Stadium and can be live streamed here free.
Despite entering the second leg of this semifinal tie holding a 2-1 aggregate lead, Derby County manager Steve McClaren has warned his side in an attempt to avoid complacency (h/t to th Guardian). "We know they have a good record away from home and they made it difficult in the game we played against them," McClaren said.
"We've got to be on the front foot. We can't sit back and relax like we did in the second half. We've got to take our game to them, get the crowd behind us and the players have to fight to maintain this result," he added.
"This tie's not over. We have to be better on Sunday. It will be a totally different game. The next goal will be crucial and Brighton have nothing to lose."
"They can take risks, but we want them to. We are very quick and decisive on the counterattack."
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Player to Watch: Derby County's Chris Martin was responsible for the sole goal the club offensively provided. The 25-year-old converted from the spot and made the most of his 36 touches. His ability in the air, however, lacked quality. Martin only won 27 percent of his aerials and will need to improve his hold up play if Derby County is to make the most of their attack this afternoon.
Derby County's Projected Lineup (4-3-3): Grant; Forsyth, Buxton, Keogh, Wisdom; Bryson, Thorne, Hendrick; Russell, Martin, Ward
Brighton Hove & Albion's Projected Lineup (4-3-3): Kuszczak; Ward, Upson, Greer, Calderon; Orlandi, Andrews, March; Buckley, Ulloa, Lingard
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