CHARLTON ATH 0
DERBY COUNTY 1
The Rams have now won six of their past eight away matches and have moved into the second automatic promotion spot.
Mendez-Laing has 19 goal involvements this season and hit the back of the net for the eighth time.
But he was forced off injured shortly after his 31st-minute matchwinner.
“The lads were really good – I love a 1-0 away win,” said Warne.
“When they had to, they defended well. There were some really good performances and we counter-attacked well.
“We probably could’ve done with a second goal to make it more enjoyable. Birdy (Max Bird) had a couple of chances. Overall I’m buzzing.
“It was disappointing to lose Nat, it’s a big blow for us. We’ll see how he is for next week. A stud has gone through his boot. He could’ve broken his foot, I don’t honestly know.
“He had a bit of blood. I think he should be okay. I don’t think it is too severe.”
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