As Blackburn Rovers prepare to face Sheffield United, key statistics reveal a tight matchup. Blackburn is seeking its first home victory of the Championship season. They last celebrated a win at Ewood Park on April 26, where they defeated Watford 2-1, part of a four-game winning streak.
Recent Performance Overview
Sheffield United aims for a win, which would elevate them above Blackburn and help escape the relegation zone. Historically, Blackburn has struggled against Sheffield, winning only three of the last 12 league meetings (D3, L6). Notably, all three wins occurred at home.
Head-to-Head History
- Last season, Sheffield United claimed a 2-0 victory at this venue.
- Blackburn has not achieved consecutive league victories against Sheffield United since November 1970.
Current Form Data
Blackburn has yet to secure a home league win this season, with a record of one draw and three losses in four matches. This performance is reminiscent of previous seasons where they struggled at home, with only three instances in their history of starting a league campaign without a win in the first five home games: 1932-33, 1979-80, and 1996-97.
Sheffield United’s Away Struggles
- Sheffield United has lost seven of their last nine away league games (W2).
- No team has lost more away matches in the Championship since April.
Managerial Trends
Chris Wilder, Sheffield’s manager, has a strong record against Blackburn in the Championship, remaining unbeaten in four encounters (W3, D1). His only league defeat versus Blackburn came while managing Middlesbrough in January 2022.
As the match approaches, both teams have much to play for, with statistics indicating a challenging encounter ahead for Blackburn Rovers and Sheffield United.
