Leeds vs Blackburn prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – January 1, 2025
One of the matches of the upcoming Championship matchday will be played on Wednesday at Elland Road, where Leeds United will host Blackburn Rovers. I suggest a bet on the outcome of this match with good chances of success.
Match Preview
It is clear that Leeds is seriously aiming for direct promotion to the Premier League this season. Currently, the team is in first place in the standings, two points ahead of Sheffield United.
The "Peacocks" took advantage of the rival's slip-up against West Bromwich, while Leeds itself secured a 1-0 win away against Derby County. As a result, the team is unbeaten in the last six matches, with five wins during this stretch. Leeds has been excellent at home and is in first place for points earned at home.
On the other hand, Blackburn Rovers have gradually found decent form and are now in fifth place in the Championship standings. With 38 points from 23 matches, they are 13 points behind their upcoming opponents. However, it is noticeable that the "Rovers" have struggled in recent matches.
In the last round, Blackburn hosted Hull City and lost 0-1. The team has not won in three consecutive matches. As for their away form, Blackburn has only won four out of 11 matches, losing the same number of games.
Possible Line-ups
- Leeds: Illan Meslier, Jayden Bogle, Pascal Struijk, Gvardiol, Samuel Biram, Joe Rothwell, Ao Tanaka, Daniel James, Brenden Aaronson, Wilfred Gnonto, Joel Pirou
- Blackburn: Pearce, Hyam, Pickering, Batt, Carter, Travis, Tronsted, Wyman, Dolan, Hedges, Ohashi
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Last season, the teams exchanged away "clean sheet" victories.
- In the first round of the current season, Blackburn won 1-0.
- The "Total Over 2.5" bet has only been successful in one of the last five encounters.
Prediction
Bookmakers do not give the visitors much of a chance, offering odds of around 1.40 for Leeds' victory. We believe Leeds will win, and the match will likely be cautious, with 1-2 goals. Our bet is "Total Under 2.5" with odds of 1.91.
