Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Derby County: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Derby County in the Championship on Saturday, 08 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a bit of a shocker at Ewood Park, wasn’t it? Blackburn Rovers, coming off three wins in a row, were expected to keep the momentum going, but Derby County had other plans, nicking a 2-1 victory away from home. The Rams have been in fine form, unbeaten in their last five, and they showed their class with two first-half goals from Morris and Agyemang. Despite Blackburn’s second-half penalty from Ohashi, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit. A real blow for Rovers, who’ll be gutted to see their winning streak come to an end like this.

Derby’s performance was a testament to their recent run of form, with this win extending their unbeaten streak to five matches. Blackburn, on the other hand, will be scratching their heads, wondering how they let this one slip despite dominating possession. The home side’s recent results had suggested they were on the up, but this loss will be a real setback. Credit where it’s due, though; Derby’s players stepped up when it mattered, and they’ll be buzzing after this result.

Looking at the stats, you’d think Blackburn Rovers were the ones who should’ve walked away with the win. They had a whopping 65% possession and racked up 13 corners compared to Derby’s measly 3. It’s clear Rovers were the ones pushing for the game, but football’s not always about stats, is it? Derby, despite their lower possession, were clinical in front of goal, and that made all the difference.

The successful dribbles percentage tells a similar story, with Blackburn at 50% and Derby at just 9%. Rovers tried to make things happen, but Derby’s defence held firm. The yellow card count was higher for Derby, with three bookings compared to Blackburn’s one, showing they were perhaps a bit more desperate to hold onto their lead. All in all, the stats suggest Blackburn were the dominant side, but Derby’s efficiency in key moments was what won them the match.

The game’s turning point came early, with Derby’s Morris finding the net in the 19th minute, assisted by Elder. Just before halftime, Agyemang added a second, courtesy of Ward’s assist, putting the Rams in a commanding position. Blackburn’s hopes were reignited in the 66th minute when Ohashi converted a penalty, but it was too little, too late.

Derby’s substitutions seemed to play a crucial role in maintaining their lead, with five changes made throughout the match. Blackburn, on the other hand, made three substitutions, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide. The yellow cards for Derby’s Clark, Adams, and Salvesen in the second half showed their determination to hold onto the win, even as Blackburn pushed for an equaliser.

Blackburn Rovers lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, with Pears in goal and a back three of Miller, McLoughlin, and Alebiosu. The midfield was packed with options, including Henriksson, Gardner-Hickman, De Neve, and Morishita, with Ohashi and Gudjohnsen up top. Despite the strong lineup and formation, Rovers struggled to break down Derby’s defence, and their attacking efforts were not enough to secure a result.

Derby County opted for a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Zetterström between the sticks and a back three of Langås, Sanderson, and Clarke. The midfield was anchored by Ward, Clark, Ozoh, and Elder, with Brereton Díaz and Agyemang supporting Morris up front. This setup allowed Derby to be compact and efficient, with their attacking players making the most of their chances to secure the win.

Carlton Morris of Derby County takes home the Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match award for his crucial contribution to the game. Scoring the opening goal in the 19th minute, Morris set the tone for Derby’s victory. His ability to find the back of the net when it mattered most was the difference-maker, and he played a key role in Derby’s solid performance.

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Derby County (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Bristol City (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Leicester City (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Southampton (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Sheffield United (H)

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Blackburn Rovers (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Hull City (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Sheffield United (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich City (H)

Currently sitting in 19th place with 16 points, Blackburn Rovers will face 4th-placed Preston North End, who have 26 points, on November 21, 2025 at 20:00.

In 10th place with 23 points, Derby County will take on 15th-placed Watford, who have 20 points, on November 22, 2025 at 15:00.

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