Overcomplicated, cringey and utterly baffling. If the draw is a sign of things to come at the 2026 World Cup, then my excitement has vanished.

No @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social coverage from me today, but hopefully we can get a good result on Teeside! Normal service will resume for Leicester next week.

🪄 The most magical evening in Scottish football this century. 🚲 McTominay’s bicycle kick, Tierney’s curler and and McLean’s chip - strikes of the highest quality when it mattered. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #TartanArmy, we’ll be coming!

Thanks to those who joined me for a huge win tonight! I’m not feeling great so the write-up will have to wait - hopefully it’ll be out by tomorrow lunchtime. As you can imagine, there’s a lot to dissect!

😳 Surviving sitters and set-piece supremacy. The football: hideous but mettlesome. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 After 64 minutes of torment, the most momentous of mugging gives Scotland a vital three points. Summer across the pond still feels plausible. #SCOGRE #TartanArmy #Scotland

🇺🇸 '“USA! USA! USA!” Another export from the too-often-dismissed footballing nation is making an impact in England’s second tier.' Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's report and analysis after #DCFC drew 1-1 with #SouthamptonFC here 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/dc... #dcfcfans

🥱 A game lacking tempo, atmosphere and any real excitement. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Crucially, Scotland got the job done, though they can afford to be more dynamic and progressive. 🔟 Ché Adams had a great night with a goal and the key pass for the second.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland’s World Cup qualifying campaign starts with a hard-fought point in Copenhagen. 💪 They battled hard and frustrated Denmark having set up perfectly for the task. 🪄 But Gannon Doak must start when taking the game to teams. #DENSCO #TartanArmy

🐏 "There were signs aplenty that John Eustace’s squad is coming together at the end of a difficult opening month. " Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social report and analysis as #DCFC draw at #ITFC. ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/it... #dcfcfans

🤫 That John Eustace wanted to bring his former skipper to #DCFC has probably been one of the summer’s worst-kept secrets. 💪 A defensively-disciplined midfielder, he will surely be key to the base of this Derby side. 🐏 A brilliant addition! #dcfcfans

💸 "Eustace’s men went toe-to-toe with a side who have spent more in on a single winger than The Rams have on their entire squad this summer." Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's piece as #DCFC bow out of the #CarabaoCup at #BurnleyFC. ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/bu... #dcfcfans

9️⃣ "The prospect of Morris leading the line ahead of a dynamic attacking midfield trio is tantalising." 🐏 Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's report and analysis with quotes from John Eustace following #DCFC's 1-1 draw with #BristolCity. ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/dc... #dcfcfans

Haven’t been feeling great, so massive thanks to Joe for stepping in on the match report. But felt compelled to do some analysis of what was a remarkable night for Josh Vickers and #DCFC. Have a read, #dcfcfans! ⬇️

🔴⚪️ What a moment for Harvey Knibbs and #CAFC to grab a 96th minute winner on their Championship return! 🐉 #WxmAFC on the other hand, will be less fond of stoppage time. A tough first Championship game for the Welsh side.

😄 "There seems to be a fresh sense of optimism going into the upcoming 25/26 campaign." @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social and Joe Edgerton preview #DCFC's season... 🐏The head coach 🐏Tactics 🐏Transfers 🐏Predictions And more! ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/de... #dcfcfans

1️⃣1️⃣ Serious backing for Corey Blackett-Taylor to continue his electric pre-season form as he takes the number 11 shirt. Yes, I’m likely reading far too much into this. #DCFC #dcfcfans

🐏 I have to say, I’m again very impressed with this statement from David Clowes. He always seems to strike the right tone. #DCFC #dcfcfans www.dcfc.co.uk/news/2025/08...

😃 I honestly could not stop smiling watching that. 🐏 It's always nice to win but more importantly, #DCFC are playing with a clear identity. 🌱 There's still work to do, but strong foundations for a bright future seem to have been laid over the summer.
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Trends in #DCFC's 4-2-3-1 tonight: 🐏Pressing high with Adams in the 10. 🐏Morris dropping in possession to feed wingers. 🐏Working it back to the double pivot to dictate play and drop into FB areas. 🐏Allowing wingbacks to overload out wide with wingers who cut in. Thoughts on the shape #dcfcfans?

A first defeat of pre-season for The Rams. Burton were sharper, their extra week of pre-season training evident. Good displays again from Blackett-Taylor and Ebuka Agbawodikeizu, while Goudmijn's passing was a joy to behold in the second half. #dcfc #dcfcfans

🗣️Speaking at #DCFC's media day, John Eustace gave an injury update. 🤕Salvesen and Wilson are around six weeks away from a return after knee ‘clear-outs’. Langås is about two months away, while Morris will hopefully feature on Saturday, with Weimann “very close” too. #dcfcfans

🦁 A reminder, no @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social updates from me tonight as I’m focusing on the #Lionesses semi-final tie. Despite what the #DCFC line-up suggests, not every player plays every game in pre-season. 😉 🐏 Will keep an eye on the score, so do share your thoughts #dcfcfans!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿Football, bloody hell. It nearly was for Hannah Hampton’s nose, but the Chelsea ‘keeper soldiered on to see the #Lionesses through another shootout. 🦁A performance full of heart, passion and desire. England refuse to be beaten. #WEURO2025 #SWEENG

🎙️ Always great to chat to @gabsutton.bsky.social diving into all things #DCFC. 🐏 We delve into ownership, management (basically how much I love John Eustace) and the playing squad. Plus: ✍️ New signings 🔮 Ambitions for the season Do have a watch, #dcfcfans! youtu.be/gNWMbnZFohg?...

🐏 While studying at the University of Rhode Island, Patrick Agyemang played for the Rhode Island Rams. ✈️ Now, per Fabrizio Romano, the #USMNT striker is close to leaving #CharlotteFC for #DCFC! Perhaps it was meant to be? 📸 choosesam via Wikimedia Commons.

Some great news per John Percy: ✍️🐃 Kane Wilson has triggered a contract extension for next season, and is in talks over a longer term deal. #DCFC #dcfcfans.

🐏 What a job John Eustace has done! 🪨⬇️ After 35 games, The Rams were seven points from safety at the bottom of the league. 2️⃣1️⃣ But they finish 19th after picking up 21 points in the final 11 games. 💪 His team of fighters, not victims, have beat the drop! #DCFC #dcfcfans

🍑 “Forsyth duly obliged, delivering a peach of a ball just beyond the penalty spot to be met by Phillips, who rose highest to score." Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social’s report and analysis from #DCFC’s victory at #HCAFC below! 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/hu... #dcfcfans

🔋“While he may not be the most technical in possession, [Thompson] works incredibly hard off the ball, and his presence unleashes Adams.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's report and analysis of #DCFC’s victory over #WBA here 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/wb... #dcfcfans

That was a proper battling performance from #DCFC. Eustace got it spot on at The Hawthorns - so much better in the 3-5-2 with Liam Thompson. His presence allows Adams to be an attacking threat again. Two MASSIVE games to go! #dcfcfans

I’m Privileged to be at St George’s Park to cover the young #Ewes as they face #AFCB in the FAWNL Reserve Cup Final. As a result, no @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social coverage of #DCFC’s trip to #Pompey, but hopefully a good result on both fronts!

🔢 #DCFC’s winning run in numbers. 🐏 Derby have more wins in their last 4️⃣ than in their previous 2️⃣4️⃣ 🐏 The Rams have scored 9️⃣ goals in that time - more than in their previous 1️⃣5️⃣ games. 🐏 Eustace’s side are on their longest winning run in the second tier for 5️⃣ years. Read more here #dcfcfans 👇

🐏“A vitalising leader, whatever Eustace said at half-time removed any post-international break rustiness.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's report and analysis as #DCFC escape the drop zone. 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/de... #dcfcfans #PNEFC

🚨Out Now🚨 One week. Three wins. Nine points. What a week for Derby County! Jason, Chris & @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social discuss the changes, improved players & team performances. We discuss the run in as the survival battle heats up. Listen 👉pod.fo/e/2b9d31 #dcfc #dcfcfans

Just back from the Subway Women’s League Cup Final - doesn’t look like a missed much 😉 🐏 Massive win for #DCFC heading into an 18-day break. Will watch the game back and have some thoughts for the pod (and maybe the website) in the week. Your thoughts helpful for now too!

🏆 Rather ironically, no Matchday coverage for @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social from me today as I’m at Pride Park for the Subway Women’s League Cup Final thanks to the University of Derby.

🚨New Podcast🚨 @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social, Nigel & @cspaceram.bsky.social discuss what has been a superb week for #DCFC & preview the crucial 6-pointer at Home Park. 🏆We also preview the East Midlands Derby as the #Ewes face Forest on Sunday! Listen here: pod.fo/e/2b80bd #dcfcfans

📊✅ Great to cover a win at last. Picked out some interesting stats and trends in this long read - will delve deeper on the pod once I have more data. Also, thanks for joining me for match coverage - we’ve hit 8k X followers and more than 100 on BlueSky today! #DCFC #dcfcfans

“Even if Derby can avoid conceding in games, there will still be a huge problem to solve; singular points won’t keep them up – and goals are severely lacking.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social’s thoughts on #DCFC's draw to #OUFC. ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/dc... #dcfcfans

✍️“Most importantly, Derby have stopped the rot and shown some signs of promise for a new head coach to build on.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social’s report and analysis of #DCFC’s draw at #NCFC ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/ya... #dcfcfans

“Amidst calls to back or sack Warne, the Derby hierarchy’s choice seems clear, so their recruitment in the next 48 hours could be the difference in the relegation battle.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social’s piece on a busy day for #DCFC! ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/dc... #dcfcfans

Now I’ve done the factual ‘newsy’ post, I can say: love Eiran Cashin. While it’s sad to lose a great player and servant to #DCFC, he really deserves the opportunity. A top lad who gave his all for Derby, and a top deal for all parties.

“Just 30 days ago, Derby were sat in 14th. That position feels like dreamland now: such is the impact of going a month without a point.” Read @jackbryanfootball.bsky.social's report and analysis as #DCFC lose at #CardiffCity. 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/ca... #dcfcfans

Massive thanks to everyone who joined me for the #DCFC game @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social I have to say, it all feels a little depressing right now, but glad to properly launch on this platform. Write up to come.

“Lars-Jørgen Salvesen link[ed]up brilliantly with [Corey Blackett-Taylor] who clearly benefitted from having the tall forward to aim for.” Read my report and analysis for @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social as #DCFC lose to #SAFC.👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/de... #dcfcfans #EFLChampionship

😳"Derby rattled the bar and were consistently overpowered on the counter. They were clearly second best as they fell to a fourth straight league defeat." Read my report and analysis for @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social as #DCFC lose to #WatfordFC. 👇 ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/dc...

🔊"The volume of questions levelled at Paul Warne is getting both larger and louder." Read my report and analysis for @ramsreviewpod.bsky.social as #DCFC are knocked out of the #EmiratesFACup on penalties by #LOFC. ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/lofc1-1dcfc-14-jan-25 #dcfcfans

🪫“Impacts of the recent hectic fixture schedule were evident, particularly in a dire second half.” Read my report and analysis of #DCFC’s loss to #Bristol City. ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/bc... #dcfcfans

"Like someone who overdoes their first post-Christmas gym session, Derby were ‘gassed out’ come full time at Hillsborough." Read my report and analysis of #DCFC's defeat at #SWFC ⬇️ ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/sh... #dcfcfans

🐏 “Despite defeat, this was a hard-working, disciplined team display with plenty of positives, in which Derby came up just short.” Read my report and analysis as #DCFC lose to #LUFC. ramsreviewpodcast.wixsite.com/home/post/de... #dcfcfans