Blackburn — Bristol City Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 24 February 2026
On February 24, 2026, in Matchday 34 of the English Championship, Blackburn will host Bristol City. The match is set to kick off at 20:45 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers come into this match in good form. In their most recent game, they secured a 1–0 home victory over Preston, following an impressive 3–1 away win against Queens Park Rangers. Overall, Blackburn have recorded three wins and one defeat in their last four matches. At the moment, Blackburn sit 20th in the league table, five points clear of the relegation zone. Thanks to their recent positive results, the team have managed to move slightly away from the danger area.
When it comes to home form, Blackburn have been rather unconvincing overall this season: four wins, five draws, and eight defeats, which places them 21st in the league by this metric. However, their current home form is improving, with two consecutive home wins without conceding a goal.
It is also worth noting that Blackburn have won their last two home matches against Bristol City. Looking at the broader head-to-head record, the last five meetings between the sides show perfect balance: two wins each and one draw.
Bristol City
Bristol City have not looked particularly convincing in recent matches. The team are without a win in their last two games: first, they played out a 2–2 home draw against Wrexham, and then suffered a 0–1 away defeat to Swansea. Overall, Bristol City’s recent form is mixed: two wins, two draws, and three defeats in their last seven matches. In the league standings, Bristol City currently sit 12th with 47 points, just four points away from the top six.
Looking at their away form, the numbers are fairly solid: six wins, four draws, and six defeats, which is the ninth-best away record in the league. However, their recent away performances have been less convincing, with only one win in their last five away matches.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, the balance between the sides has been very even in recent years. Over the last seven encounters, each team has won three times, with one draw. It is also worth noting that these clashes tend to be high-scoring: four of the last five meetings finished with over 2.5 goals. Bristol City also lost at home to Blackburn earlier this season, which should provide extra motivation for the visitors.
Probable Lineups
- Blackburn: Balasz Toth, McLoughlin, Carter, Cashin, Pickering, Baradji, Tronstad, Alebiosu, Morishita, Jorgensen, Gudjohnsen
- Bristol City: Vitek, Neto Borges, Atkinson, Eile, Tanner, Randell, Knight, Burgzorg, Horvat, Earthy, Armstrong
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Blackburn have won 3 of their last 4 matches.
- Bristol City have failed to win 3 of their last 4 matches.
- 3 of Bristol City’s last 4 matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings have seen over 2.5 goals.
Blackburn — Bristol City Prediction
Blackburn Rovers come into this match in better form. The team are on a two-game winning streak and have looked confident in their last two home matches. However, they are still positioned low in the table, hovering close to the relegation zone. Bristol City, on the other hand, have slightly lost momentum in recent games. They currently sit 12th in the standings, but remain very close to the top six and continue to fight for a play-off spot. Head-to-head meetings between these sides are usually competitive and high-scoring, often reflecting a very balanced contest. Considering the current form of both teams, their strong motivation to pick up crucial points, and the historically tense and goal-filled encounters between them, we believe this match should once again be open and entertaining, with goals at both ends likely. Recommended bet: Over 2 goals at odds of 1.52.
