Derby held by Portsmouth after Lang strikes early | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Derby County and Portsmouth drew 1-1 at Pride Park. Callum Lang put Portsmouth ahead in the sixth minute, finishing left-footed from the centre after a pass by Joshua Murphy. On the stroke of first half stoppage time, an own goal by Hayden Matthews levelled it (45.). The Rams carried more threat with 12 attempts and six on target, while Nicolas Schmid's handling and positioning kept Portsmouth safe under pressure. Derby visit Birmingham next, while Portsmouth host Queens Park Rangers.

Player of the Match: Nicolas Schmid made six saves, including late interventions under the high ball, to secure a hard-earned point for Portsmouth.

Stat of the Match: Portsmouth registered only one shot on target, underlining how much Schmid's six saves and 44 clearances were required to keep the draw intact.

Three Things We Learned: Derby out-shot Portsmouth 12 attempts to four, reflecting the home side's initiative. Portsmouth were forced into heavy defending, making 44 clearances as pressure built late on. Crossing was a clear Derby route, with 25 deliveries and 32.0% accuracy driving territory and chances.