{"id":1442305,"date":"2026-04-09T12:54:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T11:54:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1442305"},"modified":"2026-04-09T12:54:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T11:54:20","slug":"match-preview-stoke-vs-blackburn-11-04-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-stoke-vs-blackburn-11-04-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Stoke City vs Blackburn Rovers: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Stoke City<\/a> and Blackburn Rovers<\/a> renew their rivalry in a clash that could shape the lower half of the Championship<\/a> table. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both sides have struggled to find consistency this season, but recent meetings have produced drama and goals in equal measure. The Potters will be eyeing a crucial win at the bet365 Stadium, kick-off scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, as they look to pull further clear of the relegation scrap, while Blackburn are desperate to halt a worrying slide down the standings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on the season\u2019s underlying stats and recent head-to-head trends, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Stoke City to avoid defeat thanks to their superior form, cleaner defensive record, and historical edge over Blackburn at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Stoke City or Draw (Double Chance)<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/3 @ Bet365<\/a>
(75.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nStoke have lost just twice in their last six meetings with Blackburn and have the stronger defence this season (13 clean sheets vs 12, fewer goals conceded). The odds imply Stoke avoid defeat three times out of four, reflecting their steadier form and home advantage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ben Pearson to be Carded<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(38.5%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nStoke City rack up yellow cards at a high rate (82 in 41 games), and Pearson is a frequent offender in midfield battles. The implied probability suggests he gets booked roughly two games out of five, which aligns with the physical edge expected here.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Stoke have steered clear of the relegation zone with a steady if unspectacular campaign, while Blackburn’s form has tailed off alarmingly since the new year, seeing them slide from mid-table to just above the drop. Stoke\u2019s goal difference (+3) and win rate (37%) both outshine Blackburn (\u201312 GD, 29% win rate), with the Potters\u2019 more stable defence a key differentiator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Stoke City<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n48<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n+3<\/td>\n54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Blackburn Rovers<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n49<\/td>\n-12<\/td>\n47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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