Top Stats to Know: Wrexham vs Blackburn Rovers Showdown
Wrexham will face Blackburn Rovers at the Stok Cae Ras this Saturday at 15:00 GMT. This match is significant for Wrexham, as a win could elevate them into the play-off positions.
Recent Form and Statistics
Wrexham has shown impressive form at home, securing four consecutive victories. During this stretch, they maintained three clean sheets. Their recent win against Bristol City, which ended 2-0, marked their seventh unbeaten match. Currently, they sit in 10th place, just two points away from the top six in the league.
- Recent home wins: 4
- Clean sheets during home wins: 3
- Unbeaten streak: 7 matches (W3 D4)
- Current league position: 10th
- Points from top six: 2
On the other hand, Blackburn Rovers faced disappointment after suffering a late 1-0 home defeat to QPR, placing them 18th in the league. They are only four points above the relegation zone. However, Blackburn aims for their fourth consecutive away win and seeks to improve their overall campaign record.
Historical Context
This match marks the first league encounter between Wrexham and Blackburn Rovers since March 1982. Wrexham won that meeting 1-0 at home. Although Blackburn has faced Wrexham 13 times in the Football League, they have only secured one win, with nine matches ending in a draw and three resulting in losses.
Challenges Ahead for Blackburn
Blackburn’s recent performance against newly-promoted teams has been concerning. They have lost seven of their last ten matches against such sides and have only managed one draw from their last 15 away games. This puts additional pressure on them as they travel to face a confident Wrexham side.
Managerial Background
Wrexham’s manager, Phil Parkinson, has previously struggled against Blackburn. In his last two league encounters against them, while at Bolton Wanderers during the 2018-19 season, he suffered defeats. This match will be a chance for him to break that cycle and guide Wrexham towards a vital victory.
As the teams prepare to clash, Wrexham fans remain hopeful for a positive outcome, while Blackburn seeks to turn their fortunes around in this critical match.
