QPR’s unbeaten run came to an end against Derby. Here’s how we rated the players in their 1-0 defeat at Pride Park.
Less impressive than usual. Flapped at a first-half cross from Chris Baird and was unable to hold a shot from Tom Ince in the build-up to Derby’s goal. Did produce first-half saves to deny Johnny Russell and David Nugent though.
A difficult night for the youngster, who overall is developing nicely but was caused problems on the flank by Russell. Furlong being dragged out of position led to an early chance for the winger and hesitation by Furlong led to another chance in the second half.
Did his best to help Furlong and won a number of challenges.
A decent enough display. Did the basics well but Derby worked hard to prevent him stepping into midfield with the ball.
Showed his versatility again with a good performance on the left-hand side of the defence. His positioning and awareness were spot on.
Worked hard but was unable to have any real influence of the game.
Caught in possession a couple of times but was undeterred. Competed well and always looked to create something with his passing.
As usual, solid and unspectacular. Kept things tight on Rangers’ left as they struggled on the opposite flank.
Covered plenty of ground but it wasn’t Freeman’s night and his struggle to provide a link between midfield and attack had an major bearing on Rangers’ inability to trouble Derby.
Has enjoyed a purple patch but this was very reminiscent of the frustration he endured last year. He was unable to make an impact up front and could have done more defensively to track Baird on the right.
Very well contained by Bradley Johnson and failed to make an impression before twice going close in the final couple of minutes, seeing a shot saved and a header drift wide.
Showed his nice range of passing after coming on as a second-half substitute.
Brought on to trouble Derby with his pace only for them to score a minute later.
Unlucky when his header from Freeman’s late corner struck the post.
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Hoops have a lot of work to do in the close season. Against Derby we struggled to find any continuity & all to often a poor choice when in possession put us under pressure. Defensively we are disorganised against a better side but we have players that can grow into their positions but they need experienced players around to push their levels