Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Swansea City: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes' post-match review of Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Swansea City in the Championship on Tuesday, 30 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, that was a tough one for Blackburn Rovers at home, losing 1-2 to Swansea City. The lads managed to get on the scoreboard first with a goal in the 28th minute, but it wasn't enough to hold off Swansea's comeback. Swansea equalised just before halftime and then took the lead in the 67th minute, sealing the win. Given Blackburn's recent form, with two losses in their last three games, this result isn't a complete shock, but it's certainly a blow to their confidence. They'll need to regroup quickly if they want to climb out of their current position.

Swansea City, on the other hand, will be buzzing after this victory. It's a solid result that breaks their streak of inconsistent performances, with a draw and a loss in their last three games. The team showed resilience by coming from behind to secure the win, which is a testament to their fighting spirit. This win could be the boost they need to push further up the table and keep their momentum going.

Looking at the stats, it's interesting to see that Blackburn had a slight edge in possession with 51% compared to Swansea's 49%. Despite this, Swansea managed to create more scoring opportunities, evidenced by their two goals and two assists compared to Blackburn's single goal and no assists. Blackburn did have more corners, with seven to Swansea's three, but it didn't translate into more goals. The yellow card count was close, with Blackburn receiving three and Swansea two, showing a competitive match without too much foul play.

The game's turning point came early when Blackburn's Andri Gudjohnsen scored in the 28th minute, giving the home side hope. It was a well-taken goal that put Blackburn in the lead and set the tone for an exciting match. However, Swansea responded just before halftime with a crucial equaliser in the 44th minute, shifting the momentum back in their favour.

The second half saw Swansea take control, with a decisive goal in the 67th minute that ultimately secured their victory. This goal was a result of good teamwork and clinical finishing, showcasing Swansea's ability to capitalise on their opportunities. These key moments were pivotal in determining the outcome of the match.

Blackburn Rovers lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Balázs Tóth in goal and a back four of Ryan Alebiosu, Lewis Miller, Sean McLoughlin, and Yuri Ribeiro. The midfield was anchored by Sondre Tronstad and Taylor Gardner-Hickman, with Ryoya Morishita, Todd Cantwell, and Ryan Hedges supporting Andri Gudjohnsen up top. No surprises in the starting lineup, but the substitutions made by Blackburn didn't seem to have the desired impact, as they couldn't find an equaliser after going behind.

Swansea City opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Lawrence Vigouroux between the sticks and a defensive line of Josh Key, Ben Cabango, Cameron Burgess, and Josh Tymon. The midfield trio of Gonçalo Franco, Marko Stamenic, and Ethan Galbraith provided stability, while Benson Manuel, Zan Vipotnik, and Zeidane Inoussa led the attack. The five substitutions made by Swansea seemed to pay off, as they managed to turn the game around and secure the win. It's clear that the manager's tactical changes were spot on.

Todd Cantwell earns the title of Ladbrokes' Man of the Match for his standout performance against Swansea City. Despite Blackburn's loss, Cantwell made his mark with a goal and two key passes, showing his ability to influence the game. His contribution was crucial in keeping Blackburn in the match, and he'll be looking to build on this performance in the coming games.

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Swansea City (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Watford (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Norwich City (H)

• Win: 3-0 vs Hull City (A)

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Blackburn Rovers (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Millwall (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Birmingham City (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Hull City (H)

Sitting in 21st place with just 6 points, Blackburn Rovers face a tough challenge next when they take on Stoke City, who are in 2nd place with 14 points, on October 04, 2025 at 12:30. This result against Swansea will surely have them rethinking their approach, as they'll need to be more clinical in front of goal and tighter at the back to stand a chance against a strong Stoke side.

With this win, Swansea City move up to 7th place with 12 points, and they'll be looking to keep the momentum going when they face Leicester City, who are in 6th place with 13 points, on October 04, 2025 at 15:00. This result will give them confidence, and they'll need to maintain their attacking threat and defensive solidity to come away with a positive result against a competitive Leicester team.

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