Blackburn Rovers vs Huddersfield
EFL Championship
Saturday
20th January 2024
Ewood Park
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Blackburn Rovers form analysis
The Riversiders’ recent form has been inconsistent. One win, two draws and two losses from their past five Championship matches. This run began with a disappointing 2-1 home loss to Watford on December 23rd, surrendering the lead late after Adam Wharton’s early opener. Things worsened with a 3-0 thrashing away at Huddersfield Town on Boxing Day as Blackburn failed to register a shot on target. An entertaining but ultimately frustrating 3-2 loss away to Hull City came next on December 30th. Twice leading but ultimately coming up short.
Blackburn finally ended their winless run by fighting back to draw 2-2 at home with Rotherham on New Year’s Day, led by Albert Sigurðsson and Sam Szmodics goals. However, this momentum was checked by a heavy 4-1 defeat away to West Brom on January 13th, going 3-0 down early and only getting a late consolation. Based on these results, Blackburn has struggled for consistent results and defensive solidity. Addressing these concerns could help ignite their faltering promotion push.
Huddersfield form analysis
Huddersfield Town’s recent form has been inconsistent. Two wins, one draw, and two losses from their last five Championship matches. This run started with a disappointing 2-0 home loss to Norwich City on December 23rd in a match where they failed to register a shot on target. Things improved with an impressive 3-0 home thrashing of Blackburn Rovers on Boxing Day as the Terriers showcased their attacking threat through goals from Josh Headley, Scott Thomas and Daishawn Burgzorg. However, a 2-1 loss away at Middlesbrough followed on December 30th despite Micah Helik’s temporary equalizer.
The new year opened painfully for Huddersfield as they were beaten soundly 4-1 away by Leicester City on January 1st, outclassed from start to finish despite another goal from Helik. Most recently, Huddersfield returned home but could only manage a 1-1 draw with Plymouth on January 13th, requiring a Jack Koroma leveler after falling behind early. Based on these inconsistent results, the Terriers have proven dangerous on their day but lack the defensive resilience needed to sustain consistent results. Addressing this imbalance could rekindle their promotion push.
