4) Derby County 2-0 Nottingham Forest
It took just 24 seconds for Gary Rowett to wait for a home goal against Nottingham Forest. Matej Vydra applied the finish to set the tone for the entire game in which the Rams dominated. David Nugent added a second to put the home side in command. This was the 100th domestic meeting between the two clubs with the Rams going home with the Brian Clough Trophy yet again.
5) Middlesbrough 0-3 Derby County
Matej Vydra came to the aid of his manager once again as he notched a hat-trick away at Middlesbrough. In perhaps what was the most complete away performance this season in the Sky Bet Championship, Derby were able to score goals during crucial parts of the game. The sending off of Daniel Ayala helped the Rams sail to three points, a perfect day for both Rowett and his talisman Vydra.