Coventry City take on Derby County at the Arena in a Championship fixture.
New signing Dennis Wise is available although Stephen Hughes is out for up to five weeks.
Derby boss Phil Brown has Andrew Davies back after suspension and Paul Boertien available. With the Rams looking to off-load Mo Konjic, the former City defender will not be considered for the game.
No-one will need reminding of the last time, Derby County visited our city. The Sky Blues finished off their 106 year tenure of Highfield Road with a 6-2 victory. Earlier in the season, the sides drew 1-1 at Pride Park. This is the 68th meeting between the two clubs with City having won on twenty five occasions with sixteen draws. Graham Salisbury from Lancashire is the referee
Before the game, you can hear the brand new “Go For It 2005” which features players and supporters. Tickets are available
There is a road closure order which has come into effect around the Arena. Rowleys Green Road,Cornonel Ave and Judds Lane will be close from 2pm until 6pm for a afternoon kick off. Access will be for permit holders only with all vehicles held back for approximately fifteen minutes after the final whistle to allow pedestrians to leave safely. The Radford Road is now open again.
Bus Fares have increased in Cov with supporters now having to pay the new prices of 75p fare will rise to 80p with the £1 flat rate rising to £1.10. The Coventry Day Saver also rises from £2.30 to £2.50.
City U18’s travel to Bristol City whilst Coventry City Ladies are at home to Crewe in a Midland Women’s Combination fixture. Kick off at Coventry University’s Westwood Heath ground is at 2pm.