Championship · 5 September 2026
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Preston secured a 2-1 victory over rivals Blackburn in their Championship meeting on 5 September 2026. The hosts capitalized on a dominant start to walk away with maximum points.
The decisive groundwork was laid in the first period, with Preston heading into the interval holding a 2-0 advantage. That two-goal cushion put the hosts firmly in control of the contest heading into the break.
Blackburn fought their way back into contention during the second half by pulling a goal back to make it 2-1. Despite the visitors cutting the deficit, Preston stood firm under pressure to protect their lead until the final whistle.
The outcome continues a remarkably balanced series between the two clubs. Across their last 20 meetings, Preston have now claimed eight victories, while Blackburn have won seven.
Referee A. Backhouse managed the encounter as Preston saw out the closing stages to take the spoils in front of their home support.
Preston take on Blackburn in the Championship on Saturday, 5 September 2026. Below is our data-driven preview for this fixture, based on head-to-head history, recent form and league position.
Going into the game, Preston sit 24th in the Championship on 4 points from 10 games, while Blackburn are 10th on 15 points.
Final result: Preston 2–1 Blackburn. Preston won the match.
Preston come into this fixture having won 0, drawn 1 and lost 4 of their last 5 games (LDLLL), scoring in 2 of them.
Blackburn come into this fixture having won 3, drawn 1 and lost 1 of their last 5 games (WDWWL), scoring in every game.
In their last 15 meetings, Preston have won 3, drawn 4 and lost 6 against Blackburn. These fixtures have averaged 2.3 goals per game, with both teams scoring in 60% of them.
Defensively, Preston kept 1 clean sheet and Blackburn kept 4 across those meetings, giving a useful guide to how tight this matchup tends to be.
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Comp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Apr 2027 | Blackburn | – | Preston | Championship |
| 05 Sept 2026 | Preston | – | Blackburn | Championship |
| 20 Feb 2026 | Blackburn | 1–0 | Preston | Championship |
| 21 Nov 2025 | Preston | 1–2 | Blackburn | Championship |
| 31 Jan 2025 | Blackburn | 2–1 | Preston | Championship |
