The Rams are playing their first match in the Papa John's Trophy following a decent start for Liam Rosenior's side in League One, having only lost once so far.
Grimsby Town are back in the competition after achieving promotion from the Vanarama National League via the play-off final, where they beat Solihull Moors 2-1.
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Team news
Derby
The Rams are still without club captain Curtis Davies as he recovers from a quad muscle injury that has kept him out of recent matches. James Chester is in contention for a place in Rosenior’s matchday squad as the Welshman is progressing well following an achilles injury. Nathaniel Mendez-Laing could make a return having missed Derby’s last two matches due to personal reasons.
Grimsby
Niall Maher is set to miss out after recently returning to training following an injury that occurred against Hull City’s U23s. Danilo Orsi will be involved whether that is starting or from the bench, Paul Hurst has confirmed. Jordan Cropper has trained and is in contention for a start as Hurst also confirmed his injury was not too serious.
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Predicted lineups
Derby (4-2-3-1)
Wildsmith, Roberts, Forsyth, Rooney, Oduroh, Smith, Thompson, Sibley, McGoldrick, Barkhuizen, Collins
Grimsby (4-2-3-1)
Crocombe, Amos, Efete, Waterfall, Cropper, Morris, Green, Clifton, Holohan, Kiernan, Pepple
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Key players
Louie Sibley
Louie Sibley has started the season strongly for the Rams, looking lively from the off. Despite starting the first few games of the season on the bench, Sibley produced some excellent displays as a substitute which has earned him a place in the starting XI in recent weeks. Sibley’s only goal this season came in Derby’s 1-0 Carabao Cup victory over West Bromwich Albion, but the young Englishman has looked a real threat going forward for the Rams.
Harry Clifton
Harry Clifton will be full of confidence going into the match against Derby after he scored twice in the Mariners' 2-1 win against Walsall last Saturday. The versatility Clifton offers will also make him more of a threat to the Rams, as the 24-year-old proved he can be dangerous from multiple positions having played in three different roles against Walsall.
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Match details
Where is the game being played?
The match will take place at Pride Park Stadium in Derby.
What time is kick-off?
The match is scheduled to kick-off at 19:00 BST.
How can I watch?
The match will be available to watch on Derby County’s streaming service, RamsTV. A match pass can be purchased for £10 via the Derby County website.
