A simply unbelievable refereeing performance gifts Derby an undeserved goalless draw. Kenny Swain legitimately puts Villa ahead from a John Deehan cross on 9’ but the ball exits the goal through a hole in the net. The referee, Derek Richardson - described as having an “undistinguished match” - delayed the game for two minutes, inspected the net, called for repairs, was surrounded by Derby players, consulted his linesman and ruled Swain's strike out for a non-existent offside. Richardson would refuse to discuss his performance and decisions following the game much to the chagrin of the gathered press corps.