Source: PA
Rams ensure Unsworth endures frustrating start
Relegation-threatened Preston endured a disappointing start to life after Darren Ferguson as they fell to a 2-1 defeat at home to Derby.
The Lilywhites opted to relieve Ferguson, the son of Manchester United boss Sir Alex, of his duties after finding themselves languishing at the bottom of the Championship at the halfway point of the season.
That left David Unsworth to pick up the pieces as caretaker manager and he got off to a poor start as Chris Porter's second-half double overshadowed Callum Davidson's late consolation to ensure the Rams ended a five-match losing run by claiming the points.
Unsworth, who took temporary charge on Thursday, was quick to stamp his authority on North End, making seven changes to the side which fell to a 3-1 defeat against Middlesbrough on Tuesday.
The Rams got the reward their second-half endeavour deserved in the 65th minute when the ball rolled to Porter on the edge of the area, allowing him to fire home.
The home side tried desperately to get back into the game thereafter, but Porter fired home from 12 yards to wrap up the points for the visitors. Davidson then pulled one back from the spot for Preston after Robbie Savage handled.
