International break frustrates boss

Derby manager Paul Jewell has bemoaned the timing of the international break, but is confident his players will continue their good form.

Jewell: Rams host Plymouth next
Jewell: Rams host Plymouth next

Jewell also voiced concerns about his international stars returning to Pride Park with injuries.

He told the club's official website: "These two weeks have come at a bad time for us, but we won't just be sitting back.

"This is a time when the players can train without pressure as there isn't a game at the weekend.

"As a manager it's a nightmare as you just hope that the six or seven players we have on international duty come back in one piece and they aren't too tired."

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