Why Phillip Cocu is "convinced" Derby County can get a result against Leeds United

The Rams have endured a mixed start to the new season with Saturday lunchtimes showdown the first meeting between the two since May's play-off encounter.

Cocu has won just one game in his opening seven league outings since taking over from Frank Lampard in the summer.

County head to Elland Road having been held to a 1-1 draw with Cardiff City last time out while Marcelo Bielsa's side defeated Barnsley at Oakwell 2-0.

The Whites regained top spot in the Championship with the Yorkshire derby win over Daniel Stendel's side and will be looking to cement their promotion intentions this weekend.

Cocu, though, says that although he is under no illusions of what lies ahead of his players he is confident they can get a positive result in LS11.

“They are one of the favourite teams to go for direct promotion this season,” he said.