How has Derby County's success in winning trophies changed over time?

Derby County has had a long and varied history of success in winning trophies. Originally founded in 1884, the club won their first trophy in 1895, when they won the FA Cup. This was followed by an impressive run of success in the early 1900s, when they won the Football League in 1895 and again in 1911, as well as the FA Cup in 1898 and the Charity Shield in 1903.

In recent times, Derby County’s trophy cabinet has been a little emptier. The club last won a major trophy in 1975, when they won the Football League Cup, and have not won the Football League since 1975. However, the club has continued to have success in the lower leagues, winning the Second Division in 1983 and the First Division in 1995. They have also won the Championship play-off final three times, in 2007, 2014 and 2019.

In summary, Derby County’s success in winning trophies has ebbed and flowed throughout their long history. Whilst they have not seen the same level of success as in the early 1900s, they have continued to have success in the lower leagues, as well as winning key play-off finals. They have also had the taste of success in the Football League Cup and the FA Cup, although it has been some time since they have won a major trophy.