Championship· Kick-off : Saturday, October 17, 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
West Brom vs Blackburn prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Championship, matchday 11: West Brom vs Blackburn kicks off on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time). Venue: The Hawthorns, West Bromwich. A draw is the single most likely outcome (40%), ahead of West Brom (20%) and Blackburn (40%).
Over their last 5 matches, West Brom have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 4 and conceding 3. Blackburn have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 7 and conceding 7. Recent momentum is clearly with West Brom. On average West Brom score 0.80 and concede 0.60 goals per game; Blackburn score 1.40 and concede 1.40. In the table, West Brom sit 9th with 14 points from 9 games, Blackburn 12th with 12 points from 9. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, West Brom have averaged 0.38 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.98 for Blackburn.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for West Brom, 0 for Blackburn and 1 draw. The most recent ended Blackburn 0-0 West Brom (Apr 6, 2026). West Brom out or doubtful: N. Galves and M. Johnston. Blackburn: A. Forshaw, M. Jorgensen, M. Litherland, L. Miller, Y. Ohashi, Y. Ribeiro and S. Wharton (doubtful). In double chance terms, "West Brom or draw" stands at 60%, "Blackburn or draw" at 80% and "no draw" at 60%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
West Brom
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | Wolves · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 12, 2026 | QPR · Championship | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Derby · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Watford · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Charlton · Championship | 1-1 | D |
Blackburn
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | Portsmouth · Championship | 2-2 | D |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Millwall · Championship | 3-1 | W |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Sheffield Utd · Championship | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Preston · Championship | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Lincoln · Championship | 0-0 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Brom | 9 | 14 | 9 |
| Blackburn | 12 | 12 | 9 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2026 | Blackburn 0-0 West Brom | Championship |
| Aug 9, 2025 | West Brom 1-0 Blackburn | Championship |
Out and doubtful
West Brom
- N. Galves (out)
- M. Johnston (out)
Blackburn
- A. Forshaw (out)
- M. Jorgensen (out)
- M. Litherland (out)
- L. Miller (out)
- Y. Ohashi (out)
- Y. Ribeiro (out)
- S. Wharton (doubtful)
Most regular starters
West Brom
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- C. Styles5/5
- I. Price5/5
- G. Campbell4/5
- J. Molumby4/5
- J. Morgan4/5
- M. O'Leary4/5
- N. Phillips4/5
- A. Heggebo3/5
- O. Diakite3/5
- C. Mepham2/5
- C. Townsend2/5
Blackburn
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- K. Montgomery5/5
- O. Afolayan5/5
- R. Alebiosu5/5
- R. Morishita5/5
- S. McLoughlin5/5
- S. Morsy5/5
- T. Cantwell5/5
- T. Atcheson4/5
- Y. Ribeiro4/5
- A. Pears3/5
- A. Gudjohnsen2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the West Brom vs Blackburn prediction?
Our AI gives West Brom a 20% chance of winning, the draw 40% and Blackburn 40%. A draw is therefore the most likely outcome.
When and where is West Brom vs Blackburn played?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Championship, matchday 11. Venue: The Hawthorns, West Bromwich.
What form are West Brom and Blackburn in?
West Brom: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (4 scored, 3 conceded). Blackburn: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 7 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between West Brom and Blackburn?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for West Brom, 0 for Blackburn and 1 draw. The most recent ended Blackburn 0-0 West Brom (Apr 6, 2026).
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