John Eustace, Derby County's 46‑year‑old manager, smiled after a 5‑0 rout of Bristol City, the club's biggest away win in the Championship. The result, part of a 21‑match scoring streak, underlines his pragmatic approach that has lifted the Rams from relegation battles to promotion contention. Eustace says he wants to win with style and passion, and the grin shows he’s finally letting that emotion show.
Eustace’s grin signals Derby’s rise
John Eustace, Derby County’s manager, smiled after a 5‑0 win over Bristol City, signalling his shift from a poker‑faced coach to a passionate leader as Derby climbs from relegation to promotion contention.