2020-21 Championship – Blackburn vs Stoke Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Blackburn vs Stoke kick off? Saturday 16th January, 2021 – 15:00 (UK)
Where is Blackburn vs Stoke being played? Ewood Park, Blackburn
Where can I get tickets for Blackburn vs Stoke? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Blackburn vs Stoke on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Blackburn vs Stoke in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
BLACKBURN
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Kaminski; Douglas, Lenihan, Johnson, Bell; Elliott, Travis, Davenport; Gallagher, Armstrong, Brereton
Unavailable: Evans (Injured), Rankin-Costello (Injured), Wharton (Injured), Williams (Injured),
Questionable: Bennett (Injured)
STOKE
Predicted line-up (3-5-1-1): Bursik; Collin, Souttar, Chester; Smith, Allen, Obi-Mikel, Thompson, Norrington-Davies; Powell; Vokes
Unavailable: Campbell (Injured), Davies (Injured), Fletcher (Injured), Fox (Injured), Gregory (Injured), Gunn (Injured), McClean (Disciplinary)
Questionable: Chester (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Blackburn’s consistency has prevented them from mounting a sustained playoff push so far this season and Tony Mowbray’s men suffered a disappointing exit from the FA Cup last weekend at the hands of League One side Doncaster. Stoke also lost out in the FA Cup third round, although their defeat was at the hands of Premier League side Leicester. A close contest is expected here between two good sides and with four of Stoke’s last six Championship matches finishing level, it would be no surprise if this one also finishes as a draw.
