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Anticipation builds as Blackburn Rovers FC prepare to host Oxford United FC in a critical Championship encounter at Ewood Park on December 9th, 2025. Both teams are battling in the lower half of the table and will be desperate for three points to improve their standing as the season progresses. This Matchday 20 fixture promises a competitive affair with significant implications for both clubs’ campaigns.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry City FC | 18 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 32 | 43 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough FC | 18 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 33 |
| 3 | Millwall FC | 18 | 9 | 4 | 5 | -3 | 31 |
| 4 | Stoke City FC | 18 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
| 5 | Preston North End FC | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 30 |
| 6 | Bristol City FC | 18 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 29 |
| 7 | Hull City AFC | 18 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 28 |
| 8 | Ipswich Town FC | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 27 |
| 9 | Wrexham AFC | 18 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 26 |
| 10 | Derby County FC | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 26 |
| 11 | Birmingham City FC | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 25 |
| 12 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | -2 | 25 |
| 13 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | -6 | 25 |
| 14 | Southampton FC | 18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 24 |
| 15 | Watford FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 24 |
| 16 | Leicester City FC | 18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | -1 | 24 |
| 17 | Charlton Athletic FC | 18 | 6 | 5 | 7 | -5 | 23 |
| 18 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 17 | 6 | 2 | 9 | -5 | 20 |
| 19 | Sheffield United FC | 18 | 6 | 1 | 11 | -8 | 19 |
| 20 | Oxford United FC | 18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | -5 | 18 |
| 21 | Swansea City AFC | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -9 | 17 |
| 22 | Portsmouth FC | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -10 | 17 |
| 23 | Norwich City FC | 18 | 3 | 4 | 11 | -10 | 13 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 18 | 1 | 5 | 12 | -22 | 8 |
As we approach Matchday 20, here’s how Blackburn Rovers and Oxford United stack up in the Championship:
- Blackburn Rovers FC: Sitting in 18th position with 20 points from 17 games. They have a record of 6 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, with 17 goals scored and 22 conceded, resulting in a -5 goal difference.
- Oxford United FC: Currently in 20th place, just two points behind Blackburn with 18 points from 18 games. Their record stands at 4 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses. They’ve scored 20 goals and conceded 25, also holding a -5 goal difference.
While both teams share the same goal difference, Blackburn has achieved their points tally in one fewer game, indicating a slightly better points-per-game ratio.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan 2025 | Championship | Oxford United FC | 1 - 0 | Blackburn Rovers FC |
| 24 Aug 2024 | Championship | Blackburn Rovers FC | 2 - 1 | Oxford United FC |
Recent history between these two clubs in the Championship suggests a tightly contested rivalry, with home advantage playing a significant role. In their last two Championship meetings:
- On January 18, 2025, Oxford United defeated Blackburn Rovers 1-0 at home.
- On August 24, 2024, Blackburn Rovers secured a 2-1 victory over Oxford United at Ewood Park.
The two most recent Championship encounters show a balanced rivalry, with each team securing a home victory. This highlights the importance of home advantage in this fixture, suggesting neither team holds a clear psychological edge from past encounters alone.
Our Prediction
Considering Blackburn Rovers’ slightly superior league position and points-per-game record, coupled with the crucial home advantage at Ewood Park, they appear to be the stronger side entering this fixture. Historically, the home team has found success in recent clashes between these two clubs. Oxford United’s form, with fewer wins and more draws this season, suggests they might struggle to overcome a determined Blackburn side on their home turf.
Our expert analysis points to a hard-fought victory for the home side.
Blackburn Rovers FC to Win
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