Key points
Four Important Facts for the Game:
1. Multiple sources predict Newcastle United to win the FA Cup fixture against Blackburn Rovers.
2. Newcastle United has displayed solid form with successive victories and clean sheets in the FA Cup.
3. Blackburn Rovers have showcased strong attacking prowess, averaging 4.5 goals per game in their recent FA Cup matches.
4. Historically, Blackburn Rovers hold an edge over Newcastle United in their head-to-head meetings, with varying statistics indicating their advantage.
Recent form
Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn has been displaying a mixed form in their recent Championship fixtures, with three wins, four draws, and three losses in their last ten matches. Their attack seems potent, scoring an average of 1.8 goals per game, highlighted by a 5-2 victory over Cambridge United in the FA Cup. However, defensively they have conceded too, letting in an average of 1.5 goals per game. Notable results include a 3-1 win against Stoke City and a disappointing 4-1 loss to West Brom.
In the FA Cup, Blackburn has had a solid run with two wins out of two, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net effectively. These victories have seen them score a total of 9 goals, averaging an impressive 4.5 goals per game in the competition. Looking ahead, Blackburn will aim to tighten up their defense in league games to convert draws into wins and reduce the number of goals conceded to climb higher in the Championship table.
Newcastle United
Newcastle's recent form has been quite mixed. They have won 4 out of their last 10 games across all competitions, with 2 draws and 4 losses. In the Premier League, they have been inconsistent, struggling against top teams like Arsenal and Liverpool but performing well against the likes of Bournemouth and Aston Villa. Their attack seems to be firing, scoring an average of 2.6 goals per game in the last 5 matches, but defensively they have leaked goals, conceding an average of 2.8 goals per game in the same period. Despite these defensive issues, their goal difference stands at -1.
In the FA Cup, Newcastle has had a solid run with 2 wins out of 2, keeping clean sheets in both matches. This shows their ability to perform under pressure in knockout competitions. If they can tighten up at the back in the league matches, Newcastle could be a challenging team to face, especially with their potent attack. Fans will be hoping for more consistent defensive performances to complement their attacking prowess and secure more positive results in both domestic competitions.
Recent home/away form
Blackburn's recent home matches in the FA Cup have seen them perform well, with two wins out of two. They scored a total of 9 goals and only conceded 3 in those games, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Their most recent victory of 4-1 against Wrexham was a particularly strong showing, highlighting their capability in this competition. Blackburn's overall form at home has been positive, with a total of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 games across all competitions. The team has scored 15 goals and conceded 8 during this period, with an average of 2.5 goals scored per game.
W3 D2 L1
Goals scored: 15 (2.5 per game)
Goals conceded: 8 (1.33 per game)
Goal difference: 7
Both teams scored: 6 (100%)
In their recent away games in the FA Cup, Newcastle recorded impressive victories over Fulham and Sunderland, scoring a total of 5 goals without conceding any. These strong performances contributed to a total of 4 wins in their last 6 matches, with a goal difference of +3. Despite conceding 11 goals in the same period, Newcastle's attacking prowess saw them net 14 goals, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net consistently on the road.
W4 D0 L2
Goals scored: 14 (2.33 per game)
Goals conceded: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goal difference: 3
Both teams scored: 4 (67%)
Head-to-head
The historical head-to-head statistics between Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United depict various aspects of their past encounters:
- Total Meetings (Martial Arts Mania website): Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United have met in 15 occasions with the following outcome:
- Blackburn Rovers: 8 wins
- Newcastle United: 5 wins
- Draws: 2.
- Winning Percentage (FootyStats):
- Blackburn Rovers: 53%
- Newcastle United: 33%. However, other sources provide varying numbers, such as new rivalry statistics that indicate:
53 matches:
- Blackburn Rovers: 12 wins
- Newcastle United: 10 wins
- Draws: 5.
- Goal Concession Data (FootyStats):
- At Home:
- No specific breakdown provided but there are statistical trends regarding goals exceeding certain thresholds; e.g., over 0.5, 1.5, etc.
- Away Games:
Again, no detailed goal information provided, instead threshold-based tendencies are given, such as "Over X" goals.
- Match Index Prediction Summary (EuroRivals):
- Based on recent form, predicted match forecasts favor Newcastle United with a win probability of around 56%, whereas Blackburn Rovers is at approximately 44%.
Keep in mind that these figures are static snapshots of historic performance and may change based on future games.