Derby County res 1 Charlton res 0

Derby County reserves keep rolling along at the top of the FA Premier reserve league.

Marcus Tudgay,his strike dividing the teams

In a game that saw little goalmouth action, it was the Rams who came out on top with a steady rather than spectacular performance and a well-taken goal.

The goal that separated the two teams was a well-worked move with a superb cross from Matt O’Halloran and neat footwork and shot from Marcus Tudgay to steer the ball into the Charlton net in the 52^nd minute.

The nearest Charlton came to breaking the resolute Derby defence was a headed chance from Michael Turner. The effort hitting Andy Oakes crossbar.

The title looks there for the taking now for Derby County with just five more games to play. Maybe a ray of light in this ever depressing season for Derby County FC.