Bristol City vs Blackburn Rovers: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Bristol City vs Blackburn Rovers

• Date: Tuesday, 04 November 2025

• Kick-off: 19:45 GMT

• Venue: Ashton Gate

Bristol City are coming into this match with a bit of a rollercoaster form. They've had some cracking wins at home against Birmingham and Southampton, showing they can be a force on their own turf. But that heavy loss to Stoke away from home might still be lingering in their minds. They'll need to be sharp and focused to take on Blackburn, who've shown they can nick points off the big boys like Leicester.

Blackburn Rovers have had their ups and downs too, but they've got the knack for pulling off surprises, like that win against Leicester. Their recent form has been a bit shaky, but they've got players who can turn a game on its head. This match could be tight, with both teams looking to exploit any weaknesses. It might come down to who wants it more on the day.

Bristol City's recent form has been a mixed bag. They've shown they can be solid at home, beating Birmingham and Southampton convincingly. But that thrashing by Stoke away from home is a reminder that they need to be on their game. If they can channel that home form, they've got a good chance of coming out on top against Blackburn.

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 have had some impressive results, like that win against Leicester away from home. But their form has been less convincing in other games, with losses to Sheffield United and Coventry. They'll need to be at their best to get a result at Bristol City, who are tough to beat on their own patch. It's all about consistency for Blackburn in this one.

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)

The head-to-head record between these two sides has been quite varied recently. Bristol City have had two good wins, like that 5-0 thrashing of Blackburn back in April 2024. But Blackburn have also had their moments, with a 3-0 win in September 2024. It's been a close contest overall, with both teams capable of coming out on top.

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)

• 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

• Augustus Kargbo (Calf) - Out

• Hayden Carter (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Todd Cantwell (Knee) - Doubt

• Jake Garrett (Leg) - Doubt

• Moussa Baradji (Foot) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Vitek (GK), Tanner (DF), Dickie (DF), Atkinson (DF), Sykes (MF), Vyner (MF), Randell (MF), Borges (MF), Twine (MF), Mehmeti (MF), Armstrong (AT)

With Vyner and Borges in midfield, Bristol City will look to control the game and feed the ball to their attacking trio of Twine, Mehmeti, and Armstrong. Their recent home form suggests they'll be confident in pushing forward and creating chances.

• 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 lineup features a strong midfield with Gardner-Hickman and Tronstad, who will be key in breaking up Bristol City's play. Up front, Gudjohnsen, Henriksson, and Ohashi will need to be clinical if they're to get a result away from home.

• Sinclair Armstrong vs Scott Wharton: This will be a crucial battle between Bristol City's lively attacker and Blackburn's experienced defender.

• Adam Randell vs Taylor Gardner-Hickman: The midfield duel between Bristol City's Randell and Blackburn's Gardner-Hickman could dictate the flow of the game.

• Zak Vyner (Bristol City): Vyner's role in midfield will be vital for Bristol City, as he looks to control the game and set up attacks.

• Axel Henriksson (Blackburn Rovers): His intensity and finishing could be key for Blackburn Rovers as they look to exploit any gaps in Bristol City's defence.

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

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Bristol City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers

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