Blackburn Rovers FC vs Newcastle United FC, FA Cup 2023-24 LAST 16
Overview
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Blackburn Rovers FC vs Newcastle United FC — FA Cup at Ewood Park.
- Blackburn Rovers FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/26)
- Newcastle United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/26)
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Feb | Newcastle United FC | H | 3–4 | L |
| 24 Feb | Norwich City FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 20 Feb | Cardiff City FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 17 Feb | Preston North End FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 13 Feb | Birmingham City FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 10 Feb | Stoke City FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Feb | Blackburn Rovers FC | A | 4–3 | W |
| 24 Feb | Arsenal FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 17 Feb | AFC Bournemouth | H | 2–2 | D |
| 10 Feb | Nottingham Forest FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 03 Feb | Luton Town FC | H | 4–4 | D |
| 30 Jan | Aston Villa FC | A | 3–1 | W |
Key Stats
100%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (3 games)
H2H (3 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' That's the starting whistle at Ewood Park. Ninety minutes of football awaits between Blackburn Rovers FC and Newcastle United FC.
- 5' Newcastle United FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 10' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Blackburn Rovers FC that had 395 games and scored 487 goals.
- 15' named a 3-4-2-1 earlier, and opted for a 4-3-3 in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 18' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Andrew Moran on 18 minutes.
- 23' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 23 minutes.
- 28' A quiet spell here at Ewood Park. Blackburn Rovers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 33' With 2 assists to his name this season, Callum Brittain is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Blackburn Rovers FC.
- 38' Newcastle United FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 43' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 46' Arnor Sigurdsson is ready to make an impact after coming on for Sam Gallagher at the 46 minute mark.
- 51' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 56' The home supporters are growing impatient. Blackburn Rovers FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 61' Blackburn Rovers FC are deployed in a 3-4-2-1 today, looking to exploit space against Newcastle United FC's 4-3-3 shape.
- 62' The Newcastle United FC manager makes a substitution. Jacob Murphy departs to be replaced by Miguel Almiron.
- 64' Dilan Markanday is replacing Tyrhys Dolan for the Blackburn Rovers FC side.
- 69' Both keepers have barely been tested. Blackburn Rovers FC and Newcastle United FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 71' Anthony Gordon is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 4 goals this season for the midfielder.
- 72' Blackburn Rovers FC ring the changes. Kyle McFadzean has done his job and it is now time for Billy Koumetio to step up.
- 77' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 79' Samuel Szmodics makes no mistake. The score reads 1-1 and Blackburn Rovers FC are in front.
- 84' Slovakia international Martin Dubravka has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 89' Supporters expect more eagerness from Dan Burn, as he is very good at scoring at Ewood Park with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Newcastle United FC to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Blackburn Rovers FC Lineups
3-4-2-1Starting XI
- 2
- 1
- 9
-
55
Kyle McFadzean ↓ Billy Koumetio 72'
- 8
- 16
- 5
-
21
John Buckley ↓ Jake Garrett 64'
- 45
-
10
Tyrhys Dolan ↓ Dilan Markanday 64'
-
24
Andrew Moran ↓ Yasin Ayari 64'
Bench
- 3
-
7
Arnor Sigurdsson ↑ 46'
-
14
Billy Koumetio ↑ 72'
-
44
Yasin Ayari ↑ 64'
-
18
Dilan Markanday ↑ 64'
-
30
Jake Garrett ↑ 64'
- 33
- 12
- 42
Coach
John Eustace
Newcastle United FC Lineups
4-3-3Starting XI
- 39
- 5
- 36
- 1
- 6
-
23
Jacob Murphy ↓ Miguel Almiron 62'
- 2
- 33
-
14
Alexander Isak ↓ Harvey Barnes 62'
-
28
Joe Willock ↓ Lewis Miley 62'
- 10
Bench
-
15
Harvey Barnes ↑ 62'
- 11
- 17
- 18
-
24
Miguel Almiron ↑ 62'
- 32
-
21
Valentino Livramento ↑ 91'
- 20
-
67
Lewis Miley ↑ 62'
Coach
Eddie Howe
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ayoze Perez | 1 |
| Joselu | 1 |
| Cal Roberts | 1 |
| Samuel Szmodics | 1 |
| Anthony Gordon | 1 |
| Bradley Dack | 1 |
| Matt Ritchie | 1 |
| Darragh Lenihan | 1 |
Head to Head
Blackburn Rovers FC Form
2024-02-27
Blackburn Rovers FC
3–4
Newcastle United FC
L
2024-02-24
Blackburn Rovers FC
1–1
Norwich City FC
D
2024-02-20
Cardiff City FC
0–0
Blackburn Rovers FC
D
2024-02-17
Preston North End FC
2–2
Blackburn Rovers FC
D
2024-02-13
Birmingham City FC
1–0
Blackburn Rovers FC
L
2024-02-10
Blackburn Rovers FC
3–1
Stoke City FC
W
Newcastle United FC Form
2024-02-27
Blackburn Rovers FC
3–4
Newcastle United FC
W
2024-02-24
Arsenal FC
4–1
Newcastle United FC
L
2024-02-17
Newcastle United FC
2–2
AFC Bournemouth
D
2024-02-10
Nottingham Forest FC
2–3
Newcastle United FC
W
2024-02-03
Newcastle United FC
4–4
Luton Town FC
D
2024-01-30
Aston Villa FC
1–3
Newcastle United FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.85
Blackburn Rovers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.93
Newcastle United FC xG
I would bet for:
Blackburn Rovers FC or Newcastle United FC 76% + Over 2.5 goals 72%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Newcastle United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.78
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 2.5 | 72% |
|
28% |
| ± 3.5 | 52% |
|
48% |
| ± 4.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
Double Chance
Blackburn Rovers FC or Draw
60%
Draw or Newcastle United FC
65%
Blackburn Rovers FC or Newcastle United FC
76%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–4 not predicted3 – 4Actual
1 – 1
9%
1 – 2
7.6%
2 – 1
7.3%
2 – 2
6.9%
1 – 3
4.9%
2 – 3
4.5%
3 – 1
4.5%
0 – 2
4.3%
3 – 2
4.3%
2 – 0
4%
0 – 1
3.9%
1 – 0
3.7%
Asian Handicap — Blackburn Rovers FC
| Handicap | Blackburn Rovers FC covers | Push | Newcastle United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 11% | 80% |
| -1.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -1 | 20% | 17% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 60% | — | 40% |
| +1 | 60% | 18% | 22% |
| +1.5 | 78% | — | 22% |
| +2 | 78% | 12% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Blackburn Rovers FC keeps clean sheet
15%
✓
Newcastle United FC keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.