Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.6)
6.8
Average Ratings
6.7
(6.6)
26.4
Average Age
27.6
183.4
Average Height (cm)
181.6
(0.8)
0.6
Shots pg
0.7
(0.6)
(51%)
53%
Aerial Duel Success
54%
(50%)
(0.5)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.6
(0.5)
(1.4)
1.2
Tackles pg
1.2
(1.6)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Blackburn
Derby
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Batth | Doubtful | 6.93 | |
| Andreas Weimann | Doubtful | 6.45 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Blackett-Taylor | Out | 6.39 | |
| Joe Ward | Out | 6.15 | |
| Jake Rooney | Out | N/A | |
| Ebou Adams | Doubtful | 7.08 |
Team News
Blackburn
Derby
- John Eustace is expected to line up his squad in a 4-2-3-1 system for the start of the 2024/25 campaign with new addition Makhtar Gueye in line for a debut on Friday.
- There are fitness concerns surrounding summer signings Danny Batth and Andi Weimann after they failed to make the squad for Blackburn's final pre-season match against Stockport County.
- Paul Warne could hand debuts to summer signings Callum Elder, Ben Osborn, David Ozoh and Kenzo Goudmijn on the opening day.
- Corey Blackett-Taylor and Joe Ward are among the confirmed absentees for the Rams, while Ebou Adams is a doubt after missing training in the week.
I’ve watched Derby recently and to come into the Championship.with a less than secure application of the basics will leave them struggling. Blackburn have been in this league too long not to take advantage of a game like this