Blackburn v Burnley Match Report & Stats: 0-1 – Flemming Secures East Lancashire Derby Win
| Competition | Championship |
|---|---|
| Date | January 4, 2025 |
| Venue | Ewood Park, Blackburn |
| Final Score | Blackburn 0-1 Burnley |
Burnley claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Blackburn in the East Lancashire derby at Ewood Park, with Zian Flemming's second-half header proving decisive. The highly anticipated fixture saw solid defensive displays from both sides, reflecting their status as two of the Championship’s most resolute teams.
Blackburn v Burnley Match Report
The derby began as expected, with both sides exhibiting caution and strong defensive organisation. Blackburn had the lion's share of possession in the opening half but struggled to turn their dominance into clear-cut opportunities. Burnley, meanwhile, looked content to absorb pressure, showcasing their disciplined defensive structure led by Maxime Estève and CJ Egan-Riley.
The breakthrough came in the 60th minute when Flemming nodded in a precise cross from Bashir Humphreys. The goal underscored Burnley’s clinical approach as they capitalised on one of their few attacking moments. Blackburn pressed for an equaliser in the latter stages, but Burnley's well-drilled backline held firm. The visitors satisfied the odds as slight 13/10 favorites on top UK betting sites.
Key Moments
1st Half
- 32' Danny Batth (Blackburn) received a booking for holding, setting the tone for a physical encounter.
- 40' Josh Laurent (Burnley) was booked for tripping, highlighting the midfield battles.
2nd Half
- 54' Dominic Hyam (Blackburn) booked for holding as tensions rose.
- 60' GOAL! Zian Flemming (Burnley) converted a Humphreys cross with a towering header.
- 87' Josh Cullen (Burnley) booked for unsportsmanlike conduct, reflecting Burnley's effort to slow the game down.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Blackburn | Burnley |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.95 | 0.24 |
| Ball Possession | 48% | 52% |
| Shots on Target | 1 | 2 |
| Total Attempts | 11 | 4 |
| Corners | 10 | 0 |
| Pass Accuracy | 80% | 80% |
Lineups
Blackburn (4-2-3-1): Pears; Brittain, Hyam, Batth, Beck; Tronstad, Baker; Cozier-Duberry, Cantwell, Dolan; Gueye.
Substitutes Used: Weimann, Leonard, Buckley, Rankin-Costello, Hedges.
Burnley (4-2-3-1): Trafford; Roberts, Egan-Riley, Estève, Humphreys; Cullen, Brownhill; Anthony, Sarmiento, Laurent; Flemming.
Substitutes Used: Foster, Egan.
Pre-Match Tips Evaluation
- "Draw and under 2.5 goals" ❌
- With only one goal scored, the under prediction was spot-on, highlighting the defensive solidity of both teams, but Burnley earned a win.
- "Neither side wants to risk losing due to strong defensive records" ✅
- Both teams prioritised defence, leading to a tightly contested affair.
Burnley’s victory extends their impressive run and keeps them firmly in the promotion hunt, while Blackburn will look to regroup and bounce back as they aim to secure a play-off spot.
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