Explore Coral's detailed preview for Bristol City vs Blackburn Rovers in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 GMT match.
Match Details
Our predictions for Bristol City vs Blackburn Rovers
Match Prediction: Bristol City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers
Bristol City, coming off a mixed run of form with three wins and two losses in their last five games, will look to exploit their home advantage. Their recent victories, particularly the convincing 3-1 win against Southampton, suggest they can be potent in attack. However, their heavy defeat to Stoke City indicates vulnerabilities that Blackburn might target. Expect Bristol City to start aggressively, aiming to control the game early on.
Blackburn Rovers have shown resilience with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their recent outings. Their ability to secure victories against strong teams like Leicester City and Southampton highlights their potential to challenge Bristol City. However, their losses to Sheffield United and Coventry show they can be inconsistent. This match could be closely contested, with Blackburn likely to rely on their counter-attacking prowess.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Bristol City
Bristol City's recent form has been a rollercoaster, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. Their home victories against Birmingham and Southampton demonstrate their capability to dominate at Ashton Gate. However, the heavy defeat to Stoke suggests they need to tighten up defensively. This inconsistency could play a significant role in their approach against Blackburn, where they will need to balance their attacking flair with defensive solidity.
Recent Championship Results:
Loss: 1-5 vs Stoke City (A)
Win: 1-0 vs Birmingham City (H)
Win: 3-1 vs Southampton (H)
Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (A)
Loss: 1-2 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)
Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn have shown they can compete with all teams, as evidenced by their wins against Leicester and Southampton. However, their losses to Sheffield United and Coventry indicate areas for improvement, particularly in maintaining consistency. Their draw against Stoke shows they can hold their own against tough opponents. Blackburn will need to harness their recent successes and address their weaknesses to challenge Bristol City effectively.
Recent Championship Results:
Win: 2-0 vs Leicester City (A)
Win: 2-1 vs Southampton (H)
Loss: 1-3 vs Sheffield United (H)
Loss: 0-2 vs Coventry City (A)
Draw: 1-1 vs Stoke City (H)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between Bristol City and Blackburn Rovers shows a competitive rivalry, with a single draw and two victories for each team in the last five matches. The most recent game saw Bristol City triumph 2-1, while Blackburn's last win was a convincing 3-0 victory. This history suggests that both teams are capable of producing strong performances against each other, making the upcoming match unpredictable.
Recent Championship Results
Bristol City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers (25 Jan 2025)
Blackburn Rovers 3-0 Bristol City (14 Sep 2024)
Bristol City 5-0 Blackburn Rovers (10 Apr 2024)
Blackburn Rovers 2-1 Bristol City (12 Dec 2023)
Bristol City 1-1 Blackburn Rovers (21 Jan 2023)
Team News & Injury Report
Bristol City
Max O'Leary (Ankle) - Doubt
Luke McNally (Knee) - Doubt
Joe Williams (Ankle) - Doubt
Cameron Pring (Ankle) - Doubt
Max Bird (Calf) - Doubt
Jason Knight (Adductor) - Doubt
Harry Cornick (Fibula) - Doubt
Blackburn Rovers
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Bristol City (3-4-2-1)
Predicted lineup: Vitek (GK), Tanner (DF), Dickie (DF), Atkinson (DF), Sykes (MF), Vyner (MF), Randell (MF), Borges (MF), Twine (MF), Mehmeti (MF), Armstrong (AT)
Bristol City's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a strong midfield presence with Vyner and Randell, while relying on the attacking trio of Twine, Mehmeti, and Armstrong to create and convert scoring opportunities.
Blackburn Rovers (3-4-2-1)
Predicted lineup: Tóth (GK), Miller (DF), Wharton (DF), McLoughlin (DF), Alebiosu (MF), Gardner-Hickman (MF), Tronstad (MF), De Neve (MF), Henriksson (MF), Ohashi (MF), Gudjohnsen (AT)
Blackburn's predicted lineup indicates a strategy centred around a solid defensive line, with Miller, McLoughlin, and Wharton, while looking to exploit counter-attacks led by Gudjohnsen, Henriksson, and Ohashi.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
Anis Mehmeti vs Sean McLoughlin: This duel will be crucial, with Mehmeti's attacking prowess tested against McLoughlin's defensive solidity.
Zak Vyner vs Sondre Tronstad: Vyner's midfield control will be challenged by Tronstad's ability to disrupt and transition play.
Neto Borges (Bristol City): Borges' versatility in midfield will be vital for Bristol City, providing both defensive stability and attacking impetus.
Yuki Ohashi (Blackburn Rovers): Ohashi's role as a key attacker for Blackburn Rovers will be essential, looking to capitalise on any defensive lapses from Bristol City.
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Fans in the UK are able to watch Bristol City vs Blackburn Rovers on Sky Sports+ at 19:45 GMT on Tuesday, 04 November 2025
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