Derby County v Doncaster Rovers: Goalkeeping concern

SEAN O’Driscoll admits Doncaster Rovers may have to move into the loan market due to first-choice goalkeeper Neil Sullivan facing an extended spell out of the side.

By The Newsroom

Published 1st Mar 2011, 08:10 BST

The 40-year-old only returned to the line-up after injury against Norwich City a week ago but was again on the sidelines when Watford visited the Keepmoat Stadium last Saturday.

Gary Woods, 20, again deputised against the Hornets in a 1-1 draw but O’Driscoll said: “We would like to be comfortable in mid-table, where we could leave Gary in. But you have to be able to pull all young players out at certain times.”

Rovers travel to fellow strugglers Derby County tonight looking to claim only their third win of 2011, their previous successes having come on New Year’s Day against Scunthorpe United and on February 1 when Burnley were beaten 1-0 at the Keepmoat Stadium.

Last six games: Derby County LDDLLW, Doncaster Rovers LLLLDD.

Last time: Derby County 0 Doncaster Rovers 2; December 19, 2009; Championship.

Referee: K Hill (Hertfordshire).