Derby defeated Carlisle United 2-0 on Saturday to earn a return trip to the Championship.
Pride Park witnessed scenes of celebration as fans poured onto the field to join the players in celebrating.
Under David Clowes’ ownership, the Rams have had a rebirth, and he claims he saved the team to commemorate occasions like today.
Their achievement this term served as a testament to how far they’ve come in such a short amount of time, with Paul Warne doing miracles in spite of the EFL’s spending restrictions.
In fact, rather than throwing money at the acquisition of players while seeing his academy graduates succeed, Warne was compelled to sign a number of them on a loan or free transfer.
Derby County’s incredible season for Eiran Cashin
Derby backcourtLeading the way for the upcoming class of academy graduates is Eiran Cashin.
Alongside Curtis Nelson in defense, the 22-year-old has been outstanding, dedicating himself to the cause both on and off the field.
The gifted defender was almost signed by Premier League team Brighton last summer, but the paperwork was not completed in time.
Despite the setback, Cashin stuck with Pride Park and went on to excel under Warne, inking a new long-term deal in February.
He is currently realizing his childhood dream of winning a championship while assisting his team in making a comeback. After starting in all but two of their games, the Republic of Ireland player was nominated to the League One Team of the Season.
Eiran Cashin accomplished a remarkable League One goal.
Brighton was very interested in signing the ball-playing defense for a very good reason.
At the age of 22, he is a fully fledged center-back, displaying his ability to read the game, thwart opposition advances, and quietly carry the ball out from deep.
His telepathic combination with Nelson has allowed the Rams to keep an astounding 20 clean sheets this season. He has been excellent on defense.
Below is a list of players who, in the 2023–2024 League One season, will win 90+ tackles and make 50+ interceptions:
Cashin is one of five League One players who have produced more than 50 interceptions and won more than 90 tackles this season, according to the Not The Top 20 podcast.
If the Rams can hang onto the Derby academy graduate over the summer, he has infinite potential and is perhaps the greatest defender in the division. He is set to take the Championship by storm.
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