Blackburn Rovers 2-1 Preston

Current streaks

Recent form

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers' recent form has been rather inconsistent, with the team currently experiencing a concerning three-match losing streak in the Championship. Despite sitting in a respectable 7th position in the league table, Rovers have struggled to find the back of the net consistently, scoring just 5 goals in their last 6 matches across all competitions. Their defence has been relatively solid, conceding only 6 goals during this period and keeping 2 clean sheets. However, the lack of goalscoring prowess is evident, with 67% of their recent matches featuring under 2.5 goals. The standout result in this run was a convincing 3-0 victory over Portsmouth, which, along with their FA Cup win against Middlesbrough, provided a brief glimmer of hope amidst their current dip in form. Blackburn's inability to score in three of their last four matches is a particular cause for concern as they look to maintain their push for promotion.

Preston

Preston North End have shown a marked improvement in their recent form, currently enjoying a five-game unbeaten run across all competitions. The Lilywhites have secured three victories in their last four matches, including a notable FA Cup win against Charlton Athletic. Despite their 14th position in the Championship table, Preston's recent performances suggest an upward trajectory. Their attacking prowess is evident, having scored in five out of their last six games, with a respectable average of 1.33 goals per match. Defensively, they've tightened up, conceding just four goals in their last five outings, compared to three in a single match against West Brom on New Year's Day. Interestingly, 83% of Preston's recent matches have seen both teams score, indicating entertaining encounters for supporters. While there haven't been any particularly high-scoring affairs, the team's ability to grind out results, as seen in their recent 2-1 victories over Middlesbrough and Watford, bodes well for their prospects in the latter half of the season.

Recent home/away form

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers have been experiencing mixed fortunes at home recently, with their last six matches at Ewood Park yielding two wins, one draw, and three losses. The team have struggled to find consistency, failing to secure back-to-back victories during this period. Defensively, Rovers have shown some resilience, keeping two clean sheets and conceding only six goals across these six games. However, their attacking output has been somewhat underwhelming, averaging just 1.17 goals per game. Notably, 67% of these matches have seen fewer than 2.5 goals, suggesting a trend towards lower-scoring encounters. The standout result in this run was a convincing 3-0 victory over Portsmouth, which represents their highest-scoring game during this stretch. Despite their inconsistent form, Blackburn have managed to maintain a respectable 7th position in the Championship, indicating that their overall performance this season has been relatively strong.

Preston

Preston's recent away form presents a mixed picture, with the team showing both resilience and inconsistency on their travels. In their last six away matches, Preston have managed two wins, two draws, and two losses, demonstrating a balanced but unpredictable performance. Notably, they've kept two clean sheets during this period, including a goalless draw against Luton Town and a 2-0 victory over Cardiff City. The Lilywhites have been involved in some tight contests, with half of their away games seeing under 2.5 goals. However, their most recent away match against Watford resulted in a 2-1 victory, potentially signalling an upturn in their away fortunes. Preston's goal-scoring and conceding averages are identical at 1.17 per game, highlighting their evenly matched performances on the road. While there are no notable winning or losing streaks, Preston's ability to score in four out of six away games suggests they pose a consistent attacking threat, even if their overall league position of 14th indicates room for improvement.