Fri 17 Apr - Posted in Breaking News
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Derby County are back at Pride Park Stadium for our penultimate home game of the season against Oxford United, and it’s 90s Matchday!
The U'sare the visitors for the 12.30pm kick-off, and here’s everything you need to know if you’re heading to Pride Park for matchday.
Supporters can find full details about the matchday experience in the dedicated online Matchday Hub - click here to take a look.
Derby County are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former player Henry Newton, who has died at the age of 82.
Henry Newton enjoyed a distinguished 16-season career, playing a key role in Derby County’s 1974/75 First Division title triumph and the 1975 Charity Shield victory.
Signed by Brian Clough, he went on to become an important part of the side under Dave Mackay, making 156 appearances for the club. He later went on to play for Walsall before retiring at the age of 34.
The club will be paying its respects at 12.05pm in memory of Henry Newton. We kindly ask all supporters wishing to take part to be in their seats no later than 12pm.
Derby County’s thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.
Fans are invited to contribute to a pre-match charity bucket collection in support of the club’s charitable arm Derby County Community Trust.
Click here to explore their programmes.
The club will also welcome members of the 1995/96 promotion-winning squad to Pride Park this weekend, for Saturday’s fixture against Oxford United.
As part of the celebrations, alongside welcoming the team, staff, and their respective families, the matchday will be ‘90s themed, with the 1995/96 crest, matchday graphics, big screen nostalgia, fan photos, quizzes and archive footage bringing the decade back to life.
There will also be ‘90s-themed family activities in Harrison’s Hub and the North Stand Family Area ahead of kick-off, along with a range of retro confectionery available from Ewie’s Pop-Up Tuck Shop.
Bustler at Pride Park will be embracing the 90s era too, with a themed DJ set before and after the game, as well as special guest appearances post-match. The Bustler at Pride Park Fans’ Park will be open from 10am until kick-off, and again after the final whistle through to 4pm.
All supporters will be required to present a valid match ticket or season ticket upon arrival at the Fans’ Park.
Please note: bag searches will also be conducted.
Find out about all-things 90s Matchday here.
‘The Ram’ – our exclusive matchday programme – will be a special bumper 1995/96 edition, featuring an eight-page interview with then Assistant Coach Steve McClaren, plus a fold-out, poster-style back cover to commemorate the occasion.
Also find an exclusive interview with goalkeeper Richard O’Donnell inside, as well as opposition analysis, historical features and more.
The Oxford United edition will be available for £5 (for this specific fixture only) from sellers around the stadium ahead of kick-off. Supporters can also order a copy straight to their door by following the link here.
Tickets are still available and can be purchased online, over the phone on 0871 472 1884*, or in person from the Ticket Office.
We strongly encourage supporters though to purchase their tickets online in advance, as this will help reduce queues at the Ticket Office, and avoid any delays ahead of kick-off.
The Ticket Office will be open from 9am until kick-off.
Home Ticket Collections will be available from the Ticket Collection Mini Cabin; adjacent to the Lionel Pickering Entrance on the North-West Corner of the stadium from 10am.
The North Stand Access Issue Windows will be open from 10am for any ticketing or access issues you may have on arrival to the ground.
Tickets must also be used at the correct turnstile and accessible entrances are available in all four stands to those disabled supporters that require to use one and are clearly signed.
Children under the age of two are not permitted entry on matchdays, and all spectators, regardless of age, must hold a valid ticket.
Click here to read the full safety advisory
Pride Park Stadium's turnstiles were upgraded during the summer and as a result, this means a slight change in process for supporters on a home matchday.
* 0871 numbers are charged at 13p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.
Full ticketing information is available here
Supporters should be aware that Pride Park Stadium will open 90-minutes before kick-off (11am).
Look out for our Matchday Supporter Liaison Officers (MSLOs) in blue when you arrive at Pride Park Stadium, they are here to answer any questions you might have, and the team might even have a few goodies to give away too!
Supporters are reminded about the importance of adhering to ground regulations and to act responsibly when visiting Pride Park Stadium.
Discriminatory behaviour which threatens the safety of any sector of the fanbase or makes them feel uncomfortable will not be tolerated and the club will seek the strongest sanctions possible, and similarly, entering the pitch without permission, carrying, or using smoke bombs/flares or pyrotechnics, throwing objects, and drug use will not be tolerated.
All identified offenders will be reported by the club to the police and subsequent prosecution could result in a permanent criminal record, which may affect their employment and education, and could result in a prison sentence.
Persistent Standing: Fans are also reminded that persistent standing, excluding in the stadium’s licensed and designated safe standing areas, is not permitted and supporters will be told to take their seats through-out the game.
Smoking and Vaping: Smoking and/or the use of e-cigarettes is NOT permitted inside Pride Park Stadium, including concourse level. Anyone in breach of this club policy may find themselves ejected from the stadium.
Derby County appreciates the dedication shown by our fans who travel far and wide to come to games at Pride Park Stadium and the club works closely with Derby City Council, Derbyshire Constabulary, local transport operators and supporters to help create and develop an effective Travel Plan for the club.
If travelling to the match by car, we recommend avoiding Derby Arena Car Park due to the England Boxing National Amateur Finals taking place at Derby Arena, which will significantly limit parking availability. Please note that pre-bookings have been removed, except for seasonal parking pass holders. Supporters are therefore advised to plan alternative parking options in advance.
Full parking details are available here
Resident parking zones are in operation on matchdays with parking fines issued if contravened. Therefore, the club advises supporters, where possible, to use official car parks.
Please be aware that a traffic exclusion zone is imposed around Pride Park Stadium on matchdays, including a dynamic risk assessment, which is carried out as part of the club's matchday traffic management system and closure agreement with Derby City Council. Therefore, road closures will only be activated before the final whistle if it is deemed unsafe for supporters.
We kindly advise supporters to check the local weather forecasts and the official club channels for updates before travelling to the game too.
Please be aware the area around the stadium will be very busy after the match. Coaches will depart as scheduled, so arrive promptly to avoid missing yours or plan travel in advance if you're looking to join us in the Fans' Park.
There are several food kiosks located inside the stadium with a range of hot food, snacks, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages to enjoy prior to kick-off and at half-time.
Join us in The Yard, located on the South-West Corner of the stadium, which will open at 10am until kick-off before reopening after the final whistle until 4pm.
The Baseball Lounge Bar will be closed due to the 1995/96 hospitality package.
The Fans’ Park will open at 10am, with the external outlets opening from 10.30am and the stadium concourses will open at 11am when turnstiles open.
Pride Park Stadium is a cashless environment accepting only contactless, debit card and credit card as means of payment.
Derby County is always striving to provide an enjoyable day out for families when they visit Pride Park Stadium.
Rammie and Ewie's Activity Zone, which is situated in Harrison's Hub in the North-West Corner of Pride Park Stadium delivers a range of family, fun activities including:
The Indoor Activity Zone will offer priority entry from 10.30am until 11am, before opening to all guests from 11am until 12.15pm.
If you also took part in the Derby County Megastore Polaroid photo opportunity earlier this season with the 2025/26 Third Kit, your Polaroid will be available to collect from Harrison’s Hub on Saturday during opening hours.
Rammie and Ewie will be in attendance at Pride Park, and they are always happy to stop for photos and a high-five, so make sure to say hello!
All activities inside the Activity Zone are free of charge, but please note that access into the space is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For all first-time fans and families information, click here.
The Derby County Megastore, located on the North-East Corner of Pride Park Stadium, will be open from 9am until 5pm to purchase all the latest Rams merchandise.
There is also a Matchday Store situated within Harrison’s Hub, which will be open for the priority access window, and then to everyone from 11am until 12.15pm.
The Portable Ministore on wheels will also be open within the Fans' Park from 10am and again following the final whistle.
Also, don’t miss out on our limited time Retro Shirts deal – just £25!With this weekend’s 90s matchday, we’re calling on all Rams fans to wear their retro shirts and get involved in the throwback celebration! Offer valid both in-store and online.
This week's edition features 1995/96 content, plus an in-depth interview with goalkeeper Richard O'Donnell.
There will be plenty to keep your entertained during the half-time interval.
A half-time penalty shoot-out with Rammie and Ewie will take place, as well as the announcement of our Matchday Draw winner.
If you submitted your predictions on social media in the build-up to this game, you could see yourself on the big screen!
The answers to our pre-match quiz will also appear during the interval, alongside our Fan Photos and Young Rams Gallery artwork.
Supporters can also look forward to a special half-time appearance from members of the 1995/96 squad, as part of the day’s celebrations.
Derby County is committed to ensuring that all supporters that visit Pride Park Stadium have a safe and enjoyable experience. The clubs ask fans to arrive in plenty of time to avoid queues forming as kick-off approaches and please be mindful and respectful of fellow fans sharing the matchday experience too.
Safeguarding: If you have any safeguarding concerns, please email the Dedicated Safeguarding Officer at [email protected], or speak to a member of staff.
Lost Children: The club offers all parents/guardians the opportunity to collect a free-of-charge wristband from Rammie and Ewie’s Activity Zone that their child can wear on the day of the game.
Parents/guardians can write their contact details, stand and seat number on the wristband, and then if their child was to become separated from them or felt unsafe, they could then approach a steward or Derby County member of staff and show their wristband. The steward or staff member will then contact parents/guardians.
General Enquiries: If you would like to contact the club with any general enquiries, suggestions or feedback, please contact our Supporter Liaison Officer (SLO) by emailing [email protected].
If you hear or witness anything you deem inappropriate during your visit, please either report it to your nearest steward or by texting ‘DCFC’ followed by your message to 88440.
If you’re outside the stadium or on your way to/from a game, the club would advise that you report any form of anti-social behaviour, discrimination, or abuse to Kick It Out through their online reporting form or via their reporting app. This is available on both IOS and Android or alternatively email Kick It Out at [email protected].
Supporters are welcome to bring flags, banners and bags into Pride Park Stadium, as long as they meet the club’s safety requirements.
Click here to view our Flags, Banners and Bags Policy dedicated webpage.
Please note that the club reserves the right to turn flags and banners away on the grounds of offensive content.
If you’ve got any queries or wish to discuss the steps that the club may be able to take in your particular circumstances, then please contact our Disability Access Officer Emma Drury by emailing [email protected].
You can also visit our online Accessibility Hub by clicking here.
The online Hub is your go-to place for everything related to accessibility at the club - whether you're looking for information on accessible seating, help with matchday planning, or how to apply for reasonable adjustments, you'll find everything you need.
Audio Descriptive Commentary is available to blind and partially sighted home and away supporters.
Please contact the Disability Team on 01332 667528 to reserve a receiver no later than 24 hours prior to the fixture date (subject to availability).
Please note that you will need to bring your own earphones (3.5mm round jack).
The club’s Sensory Rooms are based in two of the boxes in the North-West Corner of Pride Park Stadium and are designed to ensure that everybody, regardless of their circumstances or disabilities, gets to experience watching the Rams and is for children and young adults who have additional needs, aimed at helping those with autism.
The space provides the chance for those who may want to stay inside for the duration of a game, allowing them to watch through the window and still get the experience of being at the ground on a matchday.
Please note that spaces are in very high demand and priority will be given to those who have not accessed the facility in the past.
To find out more about the Sensory Rooms, please click here.
Complimentary sanitary products are available in selected female bathrooms across Pride Park Stadium, and the club would like to encourage fans to only take what they need and leave the rest for people who follow them.
The Derby County Community Trust provides fans with the chance to win big on a matchday, whilst also cheering on the Rams, through their Matchday Draw.
Tickets cost £1 each and can be purchased at Harrison’s Hub on the North-West Corner of the stadium prior to kick-off or online by following the link here.
You can keep up to date with all things Derby County through the club’s Official App!
The App brings you all the latest club news, RamsTV videos, features, match reports and in-game content right to the palm of your hand.
Click here to download free on Android devices,and here for Apple.
If you require further information or wish to contact the club ahead of your visit to Pride Park Stadium, then please click here as this is where details of how to get in touch can be found.
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