Shrewsbury Town vs Derby County: League One Preview, Gameweek 4, 2022

The Shrews will be looking to build on their first win of the season as they beat Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 last Saturday, with a late winner coming from the penalty spot.

The Rams, who are a side many have tipped to be promoted this season, will be aiming to seal their first away win in League One. Having won just two games on the road last season, away form is something Liam Rosenior’s team will need to improve if they are going to seal a return to the Championship.

Team news

Shrewsbury Town

Steve Cotterill should have a fully fit squad available for Tuesday evening’s clash with Derby, as his side came through the match with Wycombe unscathed.

Derby County

David McGoldrick is available having not featured for the Rams so far due to a knock he picked up in pre-season. Curtis Davies is a doubt having missed out against Barnsley due to an injury he suffered in training. James Chester is unavailable due to an Achilles problem, but is getting closer to a return.

Predicted lineups

Shrewsbury Town (3-4-2-1)

Marosi, Flanagan, Dunkley, Pennington, Nurse, Leahy, Moore, Da Costa, Shipley, Pyke, Udoh

Derby County (4-3-3)

Wildsmith, Roberts, Cashin, Stearman, Knight, Hourihane, Bird, Sibley, Barkhuizen, Collins, Mendez-Laing

Key players

Luke Leahy

Having scored his side's late winner against Wycombe from the penalty spot, Luke Leahy’s confidence will be on the rise. Salop skipper Leahy has scored in his last two matches, having also netted in his side's Carabao Cup victory over Carlisle.

Nathaniel Mendez-Laing

The winger who joined on a free transfer, has enjoyed a terrific start to his Derby career. Earning plenty of plaudits already, Mendez-Laing scored the goal which turned out to be the winner against Barnsley on Saturday. He also received the man of the match award for his contributions throughout the game.