In the ninth round of the English Championship, Plymouth will face Blackburn on Saturday, October 5, with kickoff set for 16:00 Central European Time. This prediction comes from the experts at Sportsmacro.
Plymouth
Wayne Rooney and his Plymouth squad are working hard to stay afloat after a tough start to the season. The team has lost half of their eight matches and is just three points above the relegation zone.
Although victories against Sunderland and Luton have provided a slight boost, Plymouth suffered another defeat in their last match against Burnley. The team shows resilience, but their upcoming game is set to be a significant challenge.
Blackburn Rovers
Not long ago, under Jon Dahl Tomasson’s management, Blackburn was vying for promotion to the Premier League. Following a disappointing season, the Danish coach moved on to manage the Swedish national team.
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He was succeeded by John Eustace, who quickly revitalized the squad, bringing Blackburn back into contention among the Championship leaders. With only one loss in eight matches, the team currently sits fifth in the table, showcasing impressive results.
Key Facts about the match
- Plymouth has secured victories in their last two home matches.
- Meanwhile, Blackburn has shown strong defensive form, conceding in only one of their last four games.
- At home, Plymouth averages 2 goals per game, while Blackburn struggles on the road, averaging just 0.3 goals per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Plymouth: Grimshaw, Pálsson, Ogbeta, Sutch, Gibson, Randell, Gyabi, Sissoko, Al-Hadji, Whittaker, Hardy.
- Blackburn Rovers: Pears, Hyam, Carter, Batth, Pickering, Travis, Tronstad, Dolan, Weimann, Hedges, Ohashi.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
Blackburn hasn’t managed to beat Plymouth since 1992, although the two clubs have met only four times since then.
Plymouth vs Blackburn Rovers Prediction
Blackburn has yet to secure an away win this season, while Plymouth has been performing decently at home. However, the class difference between the two teams is likely to be a significant factor. I’ll bet on a Blackburn win with a handicap of 0.
