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Match report: Derby 1-1 Arsenal U-23s

We came back from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Derby County in what was a tale of two penalties on Friday night.

Despite a number of injuries and first-team commitments, Kevin Betsy was boosted by the return of Jordan McEneff to the matchday squad after more than a year out through injury.

The home side had the game's first big chance, Max Bardell looked certain to score after finding himself unmarked at the back post from a corner, but his goalbound header was somehow saved by Ovie Ejeheri from point-blank range.

Derby continued their early dominance and made it pay moments later, Isaac Hutchinson scoring on the rebound after Louie Watson's free-kick from 20 yards was blocked and fell invitingly into his path.