Blackburn Rovers vs AFC Bournemouth betting tips: Championship preview, predictions & odds
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AFC Bournemouth to win and both teams to score (4/1)
AFC Bournemouth desperately need to win on Saturday with Nottingham Forest chasing them down.
The Cherries have won just once in their last three but they should have enough to see off Blackburn.
The host have been on a shocking run of form in which they have lost 8 of their last 15 matches.
Dominic Solanke to score anytime (11/8)
Solanke is enjoying a prolific season in front of goal.
The striker has 28 league goals in total.
His last three outings have seen him score four times.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 21: Dominic Solanke of AFC Bournemouth celebrates after scoring their team’s fourth goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between AFC Bournemouth and Reading at Vitality Stadium on November 21, 2020 in Bournemouth, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
Match preview: Blackburn Rovers vs AFC Bournemouth
Blackburn Rovers’ hopes of a play-off spot are all but over following Sheffield United’s 3-1 win over QPR.
The Blades have now moved six points clear of them with two games remaining.
Rovers now require a miracle if they are to make it into the top six.
A few months back, Tony Mowbray’s side looked all set to finish in the play-offs.
However, a shocking run, in which they have won just three times in 16 matches, has shattered their hopes.
MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 28:
Blackburn Rovers’ Sam Gallagher celebrates scoring the opening goal with teammates during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers at Riverside Stadium on August 28, 2021 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Alex Dodd – CameraSport via Getty Images)
AFC Bournemouth lose ground in automatic promotion race
AFC Bournemouth have occupied 2nd place for several months now, but with just three games remaining, they are running the risk of throwing it away.
Just one win in their last six and Nottingham Forest’s incredible form has seen the gap closed to just three points.
Scott Parker’s side were held to a 3-3 draw with Swansea on Tuesday, although they did come from 3 goals down to earn a point.
The Cherries now have three massive games to ensure all their hard work is not undone in the home straight.
After their trip to face Blackburn, they then face off against Nottingham Forest in a game which could decide who gets 2nd place.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – APRIL 20: Jean Michael Seri of Fulham makes a break past Jefferson Lerma of AFC Bournemouth during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Fulham FC at Vitality Stadium on April 20, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
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Blackburn Rovers vs AFC Bournemouth - 0:3
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Blackburn Rovers vs Stoke City - 0:1
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Peterborough United vs Blackburn Rovers - 2:1
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Latest match form, last 5 games: |
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AFC Bournemouth vs Millwall FC - 1:0
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AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest - 1:0
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Swansea City vs AFC Bournemouth - 3:3
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AFC Bournemouth vs Fulham FC - 1:1
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| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Birmingham City | 1 - 2 | Blackburn Rovers |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Blackburn Rovers | 0 - 3 | AFC Bournemouth |
| April 25, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Preston North End | 1 - 4 | Blackburn Rovers |
| April 18, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Blackburn Rovers | 0 - 1 | Stoke City |
| April 15, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Peterborough United | 2 - 1 | Blackburn Rovers |
| May 7, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | AFC Bournemouth | 1 - 0 | Millwall FC |
| May 3, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | AFC Bournemouth | 1 - 0 | Nottingham Forest |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Blackburn Rovers | 0 - 3 | AFC Bournemouth |
| April 26, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Swansea City | 3 - 3 | AFC Bournemouth |
| April 23, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | AFC Bournemouth | 1 - 1 | Fulham FC |
| Blackburn Rovers | AFC Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| 46 | Matches played | 46 |
| 19 | Matches won | 25 |
| 95 | Goal attempts | 105 |
| 39 | Shots on goal | 42 |
| 35 | Shots off goal | 40 |
| 197 | Corner kicks | 185 |
| 9% | Average ball possession | 14% |
| 21 | Shots blocked | 23 |
| 116 | Cards given | 103 |
| 104 | Free kicks | 165 |
| 20 | Offsides | 16 |
| 2 | Shots on post | 1 |
| 1 | Shots on bar | 3 |
| 48 | Goals by foot | 66 |
| 10 | Goals by head | 7 |
| 59 | Goals scored | 74 |
| 50 | Goals conceded | 39 |
| Blackburn Rovers | AFC Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Matches | 10 |
| 5 | Home Matches | 5 |
| 5 | Away Matches | 5 |
| 18 | Total Goals | 22 |
| 1.8 | Average Goals Scored | 2.2 |
| 3 | Wins | 5 |
| 5 | Losses | 3 |
| 2 | Draws | 2 |
| April 30, 2022 | Championship 21/22 | Blackburn Rovers | 0 - 3 | AFC Bournemouth |
| December 11, 2021 | Championship 21/22 | AFC Bournemouth | 0 - 2 | Blackburn Rovers |
| April 5, 2021 | Championship 20/21 | Blackburn Rovers | 0 - 2 | AFC Bournemouth |
| September 12, 2020 | Championship 20/21 | AFC Bournemouth | 3 - 2 | Blackburn Rovers |
| September 25, 2018 | EFL Cup 18/19 | AFC Bournemouth | 3 - 2 | Blackburn Rovers |
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What time is kick off between Blackburn Rovers vs AFC Bournemouth?
14:00, Saturday 30 April 2022
