But they got it right when it mattered to complete a fantastic surival mission which had looked improbable at one point.
Here we look at some of the fans who were on the rollercoaster ride that season.
Take a look and see who you can spot.

5. Sheff Wed 4 Rams 2
Derby County slid to a 4-2 defeat at Hillsborough against Sheffield Wednesday in the Sky Bet Championship on New Year’s Day. Photo: John Hobson

6. Sheff Wed 4 Rams 2
Derby County slid to a 4-2 defeat at Hillsborough against Sheffield Wednesday in the Sky Bet Championship on New Year’s Day. Photo: John Hobson

7. Sheff Wed 4 Rams 2
Derby County slid to a 4-2 defeat at Hillsborough against Sheffield Wednesday in the Sky Bet Championship on New Year’s Day. Photo: John Hobson

8. Rams 0 Leeds 1
Derby County fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Leeds United on Sunday, December 29. Photo: Howard Roe


