Blackburn are on the edge of the ladder this year and would need at least 6 points until the end of the season to survive. Manchester City finally has a chance to play in Champions League
Blackburn meets Manchester City, in the last game from this weekend’s Premier league round.
Blackburn are on the uncomfortable 16th spot, having 36 points in 33 games, home record consisting of 6 victories, 6 draws and 4 losses. The team has scored 20 goals in those games and conceded 14. The last victory for Blackburn at home, was against West Bromwich on January 23rd 2011. Since then, the team has recorded a loss against Tottenham, and 3 consecutive draws. Blackburn has won only 10 points in 2011, from which only 1 has been in an away match. In total Blackburn has won 11 points away from home this season, meaning the team depends entirely on home games such as this one.
Manchester City hasn’t had an away victory since Boxing Day 2010. The team however sits on the 4th position with 56 points in 32 games, an away record that consists of 6 victories, 4 draws and 6 losses. The visitor, in the last 8 of City’s matches,in all competitions, hasn’t been able to score a goal. Carlos Tevez is still absent recovering from an injury and is expected to return around May 10th.
Blackburn has been able to remain unbeaten in all four North West derbies at Ewood Park this season, winning three and drawing one. Against Manchestery City, the team’s record here on Ewood Park reads: W6 D2 L3.
Most recent games between both teams:
15/08/2009 Blackburn vs. Man City 0:2
28/12/2008 Blackburn vs. Man City 2:2
02/09/2007 Blackburn vs. Man City 1:0
17/09/2006 Blackburn vs. Man City 4:2
07/05/2006 Blackburn vs. Man City 2:0
Three victories and a draw in the last 5 games isn’t bad at all. On top of that you have the fact that Blackburn needs a victory here, or their chances to be relegated increase significantly. Manchester City on the other hand will be happy on a draw, although a victory will really help them keep that 4th spot. However even in the worst scenario, a loss, will still put them 1 point ahead of Tottenham with 5 matches left in the season.
Despite the class of the players in Manchester City, I would back Blackburn in this match. The odds are great, Blackburn’s ambition for a victory are higher than ever with so few games remaining. A win tonight will place the team on the 15th position, and 2 points away from the desired 40 points. My prediction, a victory for Blackburn.Good luck betting.
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Blackburn to win @ 4.20 | Place a Bet at Bet365 |
