Blackburn Rovers are 8th in the Championship with 1 point from 1 game, recent form D. The team has scored 2 goals and conceded 2 this season. They trail leaders QPR by 2 points in the title race. In their opening match, Blackburn Rovers faced Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium on Friday, August 14, 2026. The match offered both sides an early opportunity to start the new campaign with a strong result. Blackburn Rovers arrived after a positive cup result, having defeated Burton Albion 2–1 away. The team's challenge was to produce a different result at Molineux and begin the Championship campaign with points. The match was scheduled for 8:00 PM UK time at Molineux Stadium. UK viewers could watch on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football, while viewers in the United States could follow the game on Paramount+. With both teams entering after cup victories, the match provided an early test of their ambitions for the new Championship season.