“NO ONE WANTS US IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP”
Wed Mar 02, 2022 4:29 pm
Derby County manager Wayne Rooney claimed "no-one wants us in the Championship next season" following his side's 1-0 defeat at Cardiff City.
The former England striker was critical about the refereeing in south Wales.
The Rams stay 23rd in the table, eight points from safety, after the loss.
WAYNE ROONEY:
"Are decisions being made against us because of the situation we are in? I need to ask that question because that's what it feels like," Rooney told BBC Radio Derby.
'Lack of progress threatens Rams future'
Having had 21 points deducted this season for going into administration and past financial rule breaches, the Rams have lost their last three Championship fixtures and four of the last five to again leave them facing the prospect of relegation.
Their future remains uncertain as administrators Quantuma have yet to satisfy the English Football League about funding for the rest of the season, or name a preferred bidder to take over the club.
"Referee decisions I felt all game were not good enough. Fourth official - a lack of respect in how he speaks to you," said Rooney.
"No-one wants us in the Championship next season. That's been clear all season. We've had our punishment, but ultimately, I think, the real punishment is going to League One.
"We've exceeded a lot of people's expectations and it's caused issues."
Rooney said his players were disappointed and frustrated at some of the decisions that went against them or were not given.
"I need to ask questions because they deserve a bit more protection than they are getting," he continued.
"Football's a cruel game. We had complete control and the future for this club on the pitch is bright if we can keep the players, if we can keep moving forward and progressing. Off the pitch is a different matter.
"But we are showing a real maturity, a real style and identity of football which is hard for teams to play against, and to come to Cardiff and really dominate the game is a big thing."
Derby next face a crucial home game on Saturday against Barnsley, the team immediately above them in the table.
"It's not over. It's a difficult task now, but we'll keep working and trying to put in performances and pick up points," Rooney added.
The former England striker was critical about the refereeing in south Wales.
The Rams stay 23rd in the table, eight points from safety, after the loss.
WAYNE ROONEY:
"Are decisions being made against us because of the situation we are in? I need to ask that question because that's what it feels like," Rooney told BBC Radio Derby.
'Lack of progress threatens Rams future'
Having had 21 points deducted this season for going into administration and past financial rule breaches, the Rams have lost their last three Championship fixtures and four of the last five to again leave them facing the prospect of relegation.
Their future remains uncertain as administrators Quantuma have yet to satisfy the English Football League about funding for the rest of the season, or name a preferred bidder to take over the club.
"Referee decisions I felt all game were not good enough. Fourth official - a lack of respect in how he speaks to you," said Rooney.
"No-one wants us in the Championship next season. That's been clear all season. We've had our punishment, but ultimately, I think, the real punishment is going to League One.
"We've exceeded a lot of people's expectations and it's caused issues."
Rooney said his players were disappointed and frustrated at some of the decisions that went against them or were not given.
"I need to ask questions because they deserve a bit more protection than they are getting," he continued.
"Football's a cruel game. We had complete control and the future for this club on the pitch is bright if we can keep the players, if we can keep moving forward and progressing. Off the pitch is a different matter.
"But we are showing a real maturity, a real style and identity of football which is hard for teams to play against, and to come to Cardiff and really dominate the game is a big thing."
Derby next face a crucial home game on Saturday against Barnsley, the team immediately above them in the table.
"It's not over. It's a difficult task now, but we'll keep working and trying to put in performances and pick up points," Rooney added.
Re: “NO ONE WANTS US IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP”
Wed Mar 02, 2022 5:05 pm
I saw the interview, when you're struggling and battling relegation it can seem like that but it's not the case they got more than their fair share of decisions, obviously he is biased in the same way we are biased and always think we don't get a fair share.
Re: “NO ONE WANTS US IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP”
Wed Mar 02, 2022 6:01 pm
Derby were on an impressively good run until recently, so Rooney (who has received grudging praise on this Forum) can hardly say they have been hard done by, can he?
For me, it is no coincidence that their poor form has occurred after they lost ex-Bluebird and Wales player Tom Lawrence for his stupid lunge and consequent 3 game ban
Have to say I was glad he didn't play last night, as he has been their player of the season to date
As an aside, it was interesting to hear some of the Derby supporters on Sloper Road after the game, e.g. "It's weird that. We're much better than them (Cardiff) and if it wasn't for the points reduction, we'd be miles ahead of them!"
Really? Much better?
Your (Derby) owner cheated the system and even with your 21 points reinstated you would be mid-table and there is still potential for more sanctions to follow as your club falls further foul of the FFP rules
Not wanted in the Championship?
I don't see it that way but you deserve to go down for what your club's owner did and I say the same for Reading FC
For either of you to stay up means you beat the system and that woukd not be good for football
For me, it is no coincidence that their poor form has occurred after they lost ex-Bluebird and Wales player Tom Lawrence for his stupid lunge and consequent 3 game ban
Have to say I was glad he didn't play last night, as he has been their player of the season to date
As an aside, it was interesting to hear some of the Derby supporters on Sloper Road after the game, e.g. "It's weird that. We're much better than them (Cardiff) and if it wasn't for the points reduction, we'd be miles ahead of them!"
Really? Much better?
Your (Derby) owner cheated the system and even with your 21 points reinstated you would be mid-table and there is still potential for more sanctions to follow as your club falls further foul of the FFP rules
Not wanted in the Championship?
I don't see it that way but you deserve to go down for what your club's owner did and I say the same for Reading FCFor either of you to stay up means you beat the system and that woukd not be good for football
Re: “NO ONE WANTS US IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP”
Wed Mar 02, 2022 8:43 pm
Sven wrote:Derby were on an impressively good run until recently, so Rooney (who has received grudging praise on this Forum) can hardly say they have been hard done by, can he?
For me, it is no coincidence that their poor form has occurred after they lost ex-Bluebird and Wales player Tom Lawrence for his stupid lunge and consequent 3 game ban
Have to say I was glad he didn't play last night, as he has been their player of the season to date
As an aside, it was interesting to hear some of the Derby supporters on Sloper Road after the game, e.g. "It's weird that. We're much better than them (Cardiff) and if it wasn't for the points reduction, we'd be miles ahead of them!"
Really? Much better?
Your (Derby) owner cheated the system and even with your 21 points reinstated you would be mid-table and there is still potential for more sanctions to follow as your club falls further foul of the FFP rules
Not wanted in the Championship?
For either of you to stay up means you beat the system and that woukd not be good for football
The EFL wants them in championship otherwise they would be expelled by now... request from efl about finances as gone unanswered for over 48hrs been given more extensions than you find in hairdressers ..poor bury booted out for less ...
