Liam Thompson Shines as Derby Secure First Away Win of the Season.
Derby County’s 2-1 victory at Coventry on Tuesday night marked a significant milestone for the
Rams, securing their first away win of the season in the Championship. The triumph also ended a
frustrating four-match winless run and brought a much-needed boost to Paul Warne’s side.
A key highlight of the performance was the inclusion of Liam Thompson, who was handed his first
Championship start of the season. Former Derby goalkeeper Eric Steele, speaking on BBC Radio
Derby’s *Rams Daily* podcast, was quick to praise the 21-year-old midfielder’s impact on the game.
Steele highlighted Thompson’s energy, technical ability, and composure in possession, which played
a crucial role in the Rams controlling the match and keeping Coventry at bay.
“Liam Thompson did exactly what was needed. He got around people, retained possession, and
showed excellent decision-making in key moments,” Steele said. “Alongside Kenzo Goudmijn, they
controlled the tempo for a crucial 20-minute period that really swung the match in Derby’s favour.”
The victory was also a testament to manager Paul Warne’s tactical changes, with the Rams making
five changes to the starting line-up following their disappointing 1-0 defeat to Stoke on Saturday.
The reshaped team delivered a much-improved performance, with Derby dominating possession
and managing to hold onto their lead despite late pressure from Coventry.
“This was a massive performance,” Steele added. “After the disappointment on Saturday, it was
essential to get back on track. The shape and balance worked well, and the players really stepped up.
I’m so pleased for Thompson, who has been a shining light in this performance.”
With the win giving Derby a much-needed confidence boost, attention now turns to their upcoming
home match, where they will look to build on their success and climb further up the Championship
table.
