Blackburn vs Wrexham prediction, H2H and probable lineups - January 1, 2026
One of the fixtures in Matchday 25 of the 2025/26 Championship season will take place on Thursday at Ewood Park, where Blackburn Rovers host Wrexham. The home side are fighting to stay above the relegation zone, while the visitors are pushing for a playoff spot. In this clash, a cautious, low-scoring scenario looks like a smart bet.
Match preview
Valérien Ismaël's team has gradually stabilized their results, going unbeaten in their last three Championship matches. Notably, the Rovers have kept a clean sheet in each of those games, showcasing improved defensive discipline. This run has allowed the hosts to pull away slightly from the drop zone and ease some of the table pressure.
At the same time, Blackburn's attacking threat remains limited. The absence of top scorer Andri Gudjohnsen has directly impacted their firepower—the team has failed to score in two consecutive matches. Home form continues to be an issue as well: victories at Ewood Park are hard to come by, which diminishes the home advantage.
Wrexham come into the match riding high after back-to-back wins over the festive period. Seven goals in two games have kept the Welsh club firmly in the hunt for a top-six finish. Phil Parkinson's side look organized and confident, particularly in their transitions from defense to attack.
However, the visitors are also facing personnel challenges. The participation of their leading scorer Kieffer Moore is in doubt, which could blunt their attacking edge. On the upside, Josh Windass is in great form—especially in these New Year fixtures—and a settled midfield allows Wrexham to control the tempo even away from home.
Probable lineups
- Blackburn: Pears, McLaughlin, Pratt, Miller, Morishita, Tronstad, Pickering, Litherland, Cantwell, Henriksson, Ohashi
- Wrexham: Okonkwo, Hyam, Cleworth, Doyle, Longman, Schiff, James, Thomasson, Windass, Broadhead, Smith
Match facts and head-to-head
- Ten of the last fourteen head-to-head meetings between these sides have ended in draws.
- Blackburn have scored no more than one goal in five of their last six games against Wrexham.
- The first meeting between the teams this season finished 1-1.
Prediction
Blackburn have tightened up at the back but continue to struggle in attack, especially without their top marksman. Wrexham look like the more cohesive and potent side at this stage, and they also have a strong historical record against the Rovers. In what promises to be an evenly matched and low-tempo contest, the visitors appear to have the edge.
