Blackburn Rovers React to Huddersfield Draw
Blackburn Rovers rounded off pre-season with a draw as Jake Garrett's rocket saw their game with Huddersfield Town end 1-1. The result leaves Rovers 43 points behind leaders Coventry in the Championship.
What happened?
Rovers had opportunities to break the deadlock after settling into the game's rhythm. Todd Cantwell was denied by Matty Young inside the area whilst Ilias Bronkhorst produced a brilliant block to prevent Dapo Afolayan from tapping in at the back post. The hosts then started to threaten, with Balazs Toth forced to deny Lynden Gooch and Derensili Fernandes in quick succession.
Why it matters for Blackburn Rovers
Rovers had plenty of the ball in the second half but struggled to carve out many clear-cut chances. They needed a bit of magic to level and got that thanks to Garrett. The ball broke to him in the box and he lashed a rocketed shot into the roof of the net. One that clearly meant a lot to him, having been out of the picture for the last two years.
What comes next?
The final 2025 table saw Rovers finish 20th in the Championship, with 52 points from 46 games. They have scored 42 goals this season, conceding 56. With the new season not yet underway, Rovers will be looking to build on their pre-season form. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 20th in Championship, 52 pts, 13W-13D-20L from 46 games, recent form LWDLD. Goals this season: 42 scored, 56 conceded (-14 goal difference). Title race: 43 points behind leaders Coventry.
