DERBY, England (April 6, 2026) (Interstat) — Derby County opened its Championship season with a 2-0 victory over Stoke City at Pride Park Stadium on Monday. Jaydon Amauri Banel broke a scoreless tie in the 54th minute, and Carlton Morris sealed the win in the 89th. Banel also added an assist, while substitutes Sydney Agina and Lewis Travis each provided a helper. The result outperformed a statistical projection of a 1-1 draw. Stoke, which saw Agina booked early in the third minute, begins its campaign with a loss.