Our prediction for this Championship match:
Expect an electrifying atmosphere at Ewood Park when Blackburn Rovers and West Bromwich Albion lock horns in an eagerly-awaited Championship game. The Riversiders aim to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Swansea City and they are surely capable of making life difficult for WBA at home. Blackburn want to keep their 100% record at home intact, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. The likes of Scott Wharton, Harry Leonard, and Zak Gilsenan miss out with injuries for the home side.
The Baggies, on the other hand, failed to win the previous four league matches. As West Brom suffered a dip in form, we are tempted to bet on Blackburn, who have turned their Ewood Park into a real fortress. Wednesday’s clash comes too early for WBA striker Daryl Dike, who is closing in on a return, but there are no fresh injury worries in the away team.
Highlighted Team (Blackburn Rovers):
Blackburn Rovers have been trying to return to the Premier League ever since they dropped to the Championship in 2012. The Riversiders compete in the English second tier and they play their home games at Ewood Park. Blackburn were founded back in 1875 and they are one of the founding members of the Football League (1888).
Burnley are considered Blackburn’s main rivals and the two teams square off against each other in the East Lancashire derby. It has to be noted that Blackburn Burnley 7-1 in their first ever meeting in the East Lancashire Derby on 3 November, 1888. The Riversiders have won three First Division (Premier League) trophies (1911/1912, 1913/1914, 1994/1995).
Blackburn Rovers have clinched six FA Cup titles as well. Speaking of the club’s European success, the Riversiders won the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2007. The colour of Blackburn’s home kit is blue and white.