5 : 2
  • 27 February 2024, Blackburn Rovers vs Newcastle United, 4-5, Lose
  • 29 January 2024, Blackburn Rovers vs Wrexham FC, 4-1, Win
  • 06 January 2024, Blackburn Rovers vs Cambridge United, 5-2, Win
  • 19 March 2023, Sheffield United vs Blackburn Rovers, 3-2, Lose
  • 28 February 2023, Leicester City vs Blackburn Rovers, 1-2, Win
Blackburn Rovers
Home
  • 06 January 2024, Blackburn Rovers vs Cambridge United, 5-2, Lose
  • 02 December 2023, Cambridge United vs Fleetwood Town, 4-0, Win
  • 04 November 2023, Cambridge United vs Bracknell Town FC, 2-1, Win
  • 26 November 2022, Cambridge United vs Grimsby Town, 1-2, Lose
  • 15 November 2022, Cambridge United vs Curzon Ashton FC, 4-2, Win
Cambridge United
Away
FA Cup
FA Cup, England

In an exciting FA Cup match on the 6th of January 2024, Blackburn Rovers savored a thrilling 5-2 victory over Cambridge United at their residence ground, displaying a superior level of teamwork, cohesiveness, and attacking firepower.

Offensively, Blackburn put up a gallant show, netting five goals, two in the first half, and three in the second half. This level of productivity hints at their synergistic playing style and attacking effectiveness. The timing of the goals during the game tells a gripping narrative of the match, showing Blackburn Rovers' relentless pursuit of a lead despite an early setback.

In contrast, Cambridge United could only muster two goals, both in the first half, ultimately failing to keep up with the persistent goal onslaught of their opponent. While their early goal at the 5:55 mark temporarily had them level pegging, Blackburn regained the upper hand with two successive goals before half-time, followed by another two goals after half-time, cementing their lead.

Statistically, the superiority of Blackburn Rovers over Cambridge United was also evident in other aspects of the match. Blackburn won in Corner kicks (9 vs. 2), proving dominant in set-piece situations—a critical characteristic in football matches. On the other hand, Blackburn did commit more fouls (10 vs. 5) and were caught offsides more often (5 vs. 0), which suggests a more aggressive and attacking style of play.

The single yellow card of the match was shown to a Cambridge United player, underlining a more disciplined play from the home team, with no members of Blackburn Rovers receiving a booking. Despite having more fouls, Blackburn Rovers managed to avoid getting any cards, indicating a tactful display of their aggressive style of play that did not cross into rule-breaking.

In conclusion, Blackburn Rovers produced a commanding performance marked by striking attacking potency and set-piece superiority that culminated in a well-deserved victory. Despite a commendable effort, Cambridge United fell short on being able to match the home team’s level, both in terms of goals and overall statistical performance.

Be it strategy or entire team performance, data presented here clearly points out the key factors contributing to Blackburn Rovers win, statistics that bettors ought to keep an eye on for future fixtures of these respective teams.

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Form Guide

Lose4-5Blackburn Rovers vs Newcastle United
Win4-1Blackburn Rovers vs Wrexham FC
Win5-2Blackburn Rovers vs Cambridge United
Lose3-2Sheffield United vs Blackburn Rovers
Win1-2Leicester City vs Blackburn Rovers
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
17:12
GOALS / MATCH
3.4
  • Blackburn Rovers has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 17:12, scoring 3.4 goals average
Lose5-2Blackburn Rovers vs Cambridge United
Win4-0Cambridge United vs Fleetwood Town
Win2-1Cambridge United vs Bracknell Town FC
Lose1-2Cambridge United vs Grimsby Town
Win4-2Cambridge United vs Curzon Ashton FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
13:10
GOALS / MATCH
2.6
  • Cambridge United has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 13:10, scoring 2.6 goals average

Blackburn Rovers H2H Cambridge United

Home gameBlackburn Rovers52Cambridge UnitedAway gameFA Cup
Away gameBlackburn Rovers12Cambridge UnitedHome gameChampionship
Home gameBlackburn Rovers21Cambridge UnitedAway gameChampionship
PLAYED
3
WINS
2
GOALS
8:5
GOALS / MATCH
2.67
  • In the last three matches that these two sides meet, Blackburn Rovers overtook Cambridge United twice
  • Blackburn Rovers won twice, lost once
  • Teams played three times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 8:5; average goals per match – 2.67
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