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Blackburn Rovers have been handed a tough start to the Championship season. They face Wolves, one of the favourites for promotion, and Middlesbrough, who finished fifth last season.
What are the key fixtures?
The first five games include three away matches, which could be beneficial for Rovers given their strong away form last season. They picked up more points on the road than all but nine teams in the division.
How does the schedule look?
The festive period will be challenging, with matches against Birmingham City and Derby County. Rovers will also face local rivals Burnley and Preston North End, aiming to regain bragging rights and secure a first victory over the Clarets since 2010.
What are the team's priorities?
Improving their home form is crucial for Rovers, who won only four matches at Ewood Park last season. They will look to build on their recent victories over Preston North End and secure a stronger position in the Championship table.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 20th in Championship, 52 pts, 13W-13D-20L from 46 games |
| Goals this season | 42 scored, 56 conceded (-14 goal difference) |
| Title race | 43 points behind leaders Coventry |
The new season will be a challenging one for Blackburn Rovers, but with a strong squad and determined players, they can aim to climb the Championship table and secure a better finish than last season's 20th place.
