Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

On 9 May 2017, Derby County announced they will face two German sides as part of their pre-season preparations.

[5] Derby County became the first team to score a goal in the Championship 2017–18 season when Bradley Johnson netted after 11 minutes of their opening match against Sunderland.

[6][7] In the FA Cup, Derby County entered the competition in the third round and were drawn away to Manchester United.