Derby County Setback! Key Midfielder Out Ahead of Wrexham Clash!
Derby County faces a challenge ahead of their upcoming clash against Wrexham A.F.C. in the EFL Championship. Manager John Eustace has confirmed that key midfielder Liam Thompson will be sidelined for four to five weeks due to a knee injury sustained during training.
Thompson, 23, has featured in three of the Rams' opening Championship matches this season. His absence will undoubtedly be felt in the midfield. This is a blow for Derby County as they look to improve upon their performance from last season.
However, there's some positive news for Derby County fans. Left-back Owen Beck is expected to return after the next international break. Striker Rhian Brewster has also returned to training and might be available for the game against Southampton in October. The return of these players will provide a boost to the squad.
Defender Sondre Langas's availability for the Wrexham match on Saturday (12:30 BST) remains uncertain. Eustace is cautious about rushing Langas back into action following knee surgery, emphasizing the player's importance to the team's long-term plans.
"It might be a little bit too soon but we will see," Eustace told BBC Radio Derby. "It's really important we don't push him because he's going to be a vital player for us going forward."
Meanwhile, Wrexham is riding high on the excitement of their return to the Championship after more than 40 years. After a meteoric rise with three consecutive promotions, the Welsh team is approaching this new challenge with seriousness.
Where to Watch Wrexham vs. Derby County
For those wanting to catch the game, Wrexham vs. Derby County will be broadcast live on Sky Sports+, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime. Live updates will also be available via VAVEL Mexico.
Kick-off Times Around the World:
- Argentina: 8:30 a.m.
- Bolivia: 7:30 a.m.
- Brazil: 8:30 a.m.
- Chile: 8:30 a.m.
- Colombia: 6:30 a.m.
- Ecuador: 6:30 a.m.
- United States: 7:30 a.m. ET
- Mexico: 5:30 a.m.
- Paraguay 7:30 a.m.
- Peru: 6:30 a.m.
- Uruguay: 8:30 a.m.
- United Kingdom ET: 1:30 p.m.
The EFL Championship is known for its competitiveness, and both teams will be looking to secure valuable points in this encounter.