Blackburn Rovers begin the 2026/27 Championship campaign with a trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday, August 14. The Midlands club, now managed by Cesar Peixoto, will host Rovers in their first game back in the second tier after relegation from the Premier League.

What's the schedule like?

The first match at Ewood Park is against Middlesbrough the following weekend, on Saturday, August 22. The Burnley games are scheduled for Saturday, November 21 at Turf Moor and Saturday, February 6 at Ewood Park.

Key fixtures

Tony Mowbray's side host Birmingham City on Boxing Day and head to Derby County on New Year's Day. They host Watford on the final day of the season.

MonthDateOpponentVenue
August14WolvesA
August22MiddlesbroughH
August29QPRH

Current standing

As of June 27, 2026, Blackburn Rovers sit 20th in the Championship with 52 points from 46 games, having scored 42 goals and conceded 56. They trail leaders Coventry by 43 points.

The full list of fixtures is subject to change depending on TV selections.