Opinion: Player Ratings Vs. Derby County

Birmingham City ran out of the iPro stadium on Saturday with three goals to their name as well as a clean sheet as they comfortably beat Derby County.

The Rams entered the game as arguable favourites but the 3,100 travelling fans left the happier of the two sets as their side put in one of the best performances of the season.

Second half goals from Paul Robinson, Stephen Gleeson and Maikel Kieftenbeld ensured that Gary Rowett’s side kept up with the play-off pack.

In an all round performance from the entire squad it has been hard to single out individuals who deserve to be up for the Man of the Match award but down below is what I have given each player as well as a short line on how I feel they performed.

Kuszczak: 7 – The big goalkeeper had very little to do in the game but when he was called into action he managed to keep everything out.

Caddis: 7 – A dominant display from Caddis and a performance that has been coming from the right back.

Morrison: 7 – Always talking to his defence and the midfield trio ahead of him. Superb as always!

Robinson: 9 – I could have quite easily given Robbo the MotM award because he was phenomenal throughout but I opted to not give it to him. However, he was solid with the ball at his feet and in the air.

Grounds: 8 – One of his best games all season. A very commanding performance and he kept Tom Ince quiet all game.

Gleeson: 7 – Scored a fantastic goal and after watching it over and over again I am sure he meant it. Another one who was comfortable with the ball at his feet.

Kieftenbeld: 9 – My MotM! What a player this man is! His goal was sublime and his defensive and attacking approach to the game was so on point. Could quite possibly be the best signing in the league.

Davis: 7 – Coped well when he was asked to move out to right wing and was very dangerous when he go forward. Defensive work was very good also.

Toral: 8 – Very influential in the second half and it was one of his best performances in a Blues shirt so far this season for me. Unlucky not to score twice in the game.

Donaldson: 7 – Good work again from Donaldson and our turn in form has come since he has regained full fitness. Just needs to get a goal and Blues will be even more of a force!

Maghoma: 7 – Attacked well when he could and got his shots off nice and early. Very unlucky not to score with his freekick at the end.

Substitutes: Vaughan (N/A), Buckley (N/A)

Blues fans, do you agree wit the ratings that have been given? Was Kieftenbeld your Man of the Match or would you have given it to Robinson? Let us know in the comment section down below!