PLEASE NOTE: THIS ARTICLE WAS UPDATED AT 6PM ON 28th DECEMBER FOLLOWING GUIDANCE FROM THE EFL RELATING TO SEASON TICKET HOLDER ACCESS, WITH THE GAME CLASSED AS A ‘BANK HOLIDAY FIXTURE’ RATHER THAN A ‘MIDWEEK FIXTURE’.

Derby County will conclude 2020 with a short journey across the Midlands to take on Birmingham City in the Sky Bet Championship in midweek.


The Rams will head to the St. Andrew's Trillion Trophy Stadium on Tuesday 29th December (5:30pm kick off).

The game is eligible to purchase in Dark Market areas live on RamsTV, via dcfc.co.uk or through the Official Derby County App, which is available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

SEASON TICKET HOLDERS PLEASE NOTE: Under EFL guidelines, this match is NOT included in the offer to Season Ticket Holders to watch live matches on RamsTV whilst access to stadiums is restricted. This is an EFL decision, with the game classed as a ‘Bank Holiday fixture’ rather than a ‘Midweek Away Fixture’, which the club must follow.


DOMESTIC STREAMING: As the match has been selected for live coverage by the EFL’s broadcast partner Sky Sports, pay-per-view domestic streaming packages are NOT available. Overseas access, for RamsTV subscribers and pay-per-view, is ONLY available in Dark Market areas.

Details on Dark Market areas can be found by clicking here.

Here’s all you need to know about RamsTV streaming for this game:

I Am A Season Ticket Holder – Why Can’t I Watch The Game On RamsTV?

As stated above, the EFL have confirmed that this match is not included in the offer to Season Ticket Holders to watch live matches on RamsTV whilst access to stadiums is restricted.

I Live In The United Kingdom – Why Can’t I Purchase A Pay Per View Package?

As stated above, the game has been selected for live coverage by Sky Sports. As a result, the club is not allowed to sell pay-per-view packages domestically under EFL rules.

I Live Overseas But Can’t Buy A Pay Per View Package – Why Not?

As stated above, the game has been selected for live coverage by Sky Sports. As a result, the club is not allowed to sell pay-per-view packages abroad other than to areas which are classed as ‘dark markets’ under EFL rules.

How To Buy Pay Per View Access (DARK MARKETS ONLY) - I Have A Website Account

Supporters that live in a dark market area, have watched live match coverage on RamsTV previously and wish to buy pay-per-view access need to login to their account on dcfc.co.uk to purchase the Birmingham City fixture.

Please click here if you have forgotten your password.


How To Buy Pay Per View Access (DARK MARKETS ONLY) - I Don’t Have A Website Account

If you are an existing supporter without a website account, you will need your 8-digit Fan ID, Name, Address, Postcode and a valid email address not already registered with an account.

Please click here to create an account with dcfc.co.uk. Once an account is created, you will be able to purchase pay-per-view access on dcfc.co.uk, as long as you live in a dark market area.

I Am An Overseas Subscriber - Can I Watch The Game?

Overseas RamsTV subscribers that have purchased a monthly subscription package for the 2020/21 season will only be able to watch the Birmingham City match if they are in one of the Dark Market locations.

Is There Anything I Need To Ensure I Do Ahead Of Watching The Game?

Those supporters able to watch on RamsTV are advised to ensure their current details are registered with dcfc.co.uk.

The RamsTV Matchday Live show begins at 5pm, to provide fans with comprehensive and unrivalled coverage.

Please ensure the following:

* You know your Derby County 8-digit Fan ID

* Your account details with dcfc.co.uk are up to date

* You know your email address registered with dcfc.co.uk

* You know your account password registered with dcfc.co.uk

* You are logged in as early as possible so support queries can be resolved in good time before kick-off. Last minute queries may result in missing the start of the match

What Can I Expect From The RamsTV Matchday Live Show?

The RamsTV Matchday Live show includes the following:

* Full match streamed LIVE and in HD

* A multi-camera mix covering all the action

* Instant and multi-angle replays

* Full match commentary with expert analysis

* Match graphics

* A full 30-minute pre-match show with interviews, exclusive features, and lively studio discussion

* Expert half-time and post-match analysis

I Am A Monthly Subscriber For Audio Commentary – Can I Listen To The Game?

Worldwide monthly subscribers for access to live audio commentary, provided by BBC Radio Derby, will be able to listen to the game as normal.

Audio commentary subscriptions can be purchased by clicking here.

Got A Question?

Head over to dcfc.co.uk's FAQs relating to RamsTV live streams, by clicking here.

For any additional queries relating to login and account creation on dcfc.co.uk, please email website@dcfc.co.uk.