"Starting with the hosts, while Derby might have shown some real issues on either side of opening the New Year, John Eustace's men have certainly claimed a much-welcomed boost over the past week. Last seen claiming a rugged 2-1 victory away at Charlton, the Rams have secured consecutive Championship wins for the first time since returning from November's International break. Knowing that they can temporarily skyrocket their way into the play-off places this weekend, the former Birmingham boss should be smelling a golden opportunity here."
"As for the visitors, while new boss Eric Ramsay might have only arrived at the Hawthorns a fortnight ago, the former Minnesota boss already has a huge amount of pressure on his shoulders. Putting in what was a woeful performance last weekend as they slumped to a 5-0 drumming at home against Norwich, the Baggies are suddenly at the heart of a real relegation scrap."
Derby have won consecutive Championship matches, including a rugged 2-1 victory at Charlton, offering momentum and a chance to rise into the play-off places. John Eustace's side struggled around New Year but seek defensive stability after a 3-1 FA Cup loss to Leeds and a 2-1 league defeat at Leicester; they have only two clean sheets in their last eight fixtures. West Brom appointed Eric Ramsay a fortnight ago and face heavy pressure after a 5-0 home defeat to Norwich. The Baggies sit just three points above the relegation zone, have lost four straight league matches by an 11-3 aggregate, and display worrying away vulnerabilities.
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