John Eustace picked up his first win since taking over at Derby County against former employer, Blackburn Rovers, in the EFL Championship, the Rams winning 2-1 thanks to a fast start.

Eustace is convinced his players have the heart to avoid relegation after his first win since he left Ewood Park last month lifted Derby off the bottom of the Championship. He sai

Latest Derby County news from DerbyshireLive as head coach delivers his verdict after the Rams beat Blackburn to secure their first victory of 2025

John Eustace celebrated his first victory as Derby head coach with a 2-1 win over his former club Blackburn. Eustace saw his side score two early goals to win for the first time since Boxing Day and give themselves a chance of avoiding relegation.

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Blackburn Rovers handed John Eustace his first win as Derby County boss as two goals in seven minutes saw them lose 2-1. It was a horrendous start at Pride Park for Rovers against their former head coach. They were two goals down inside ten minutes against a side that hadn't scored in a month and were rock-bottom.

Kenzo Goudmijn started the season excellently, but he has trailed off in the last couple of months when he has been needed most.

Derby County head coach John Eustace speaks to Ed Dawes ahead of the Rams v Blackburn.

Derby County were sliding towards oblivion, so the prospect of a relegation battle does not hold any fears for a club accustomed to fighting for their lives.

The Rams have not scored at home since Boxing Day, and have found the back of the net just four times in 2025.