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Derby County – Interesting Facts

When were Derby County founded?

Derby County Football Club was founded in 1884. The club was established by William Morley as an offshoot of the Derbyshire County Cricket Club to provide a football team for the winter months.

What were they previously named?

Derby County Football Club has retained its name since its inception in 1884. However, the club has often been associated with other entities throughout its history.

Who are their local rivals?

Nottingham Forest

What nicknames have they had?

The Rams: The official nickname representing the club’s emblem, mascot, and history.
County: A common shorter reference to the club name.
The nickname is inextricably linked to the city’s heritage, with a statue of a ram, representing both the regiment and the football team, located on East Street in Derby.

What home stadiums names have they had?

County Ground (1884–1895): The club’s original home on Nottingham Road, used from their formation until moving to the Baseball Ground.
Baseball Ground (1895–1997): Hosted Derby County for 102 years. It was a iconic ground that held over 40,000 spectators at its peak.
Pride Park Stadium (1997–Present): Known briefly as the iPro Stadium (2013–2016), it has been the home of Derby County since July 1997.