The Blackburn End Podcast

Blackburn Rovers have announced a brand-new Multi-Level Engagement Plan, bringing the Fans' Forum to a close and introducing a new supporter engagement structure, including the new Fan Advisory Panel. Supporters have understandably been asking plenty of questions. Is this simply a rebrand? Has anything actually changed? What role does the Football Supporters' Association (FSA) play? Will supporter...

Tony Mowbray is back on the training ground, pre-season is underway and attention is turning towards the squad that will begin Blackburn Rovers' Championship campaign. But if you were in Mowbray's shoes, what would you do? In this episode of  The Blackburn End Podcast , we put ourselves in the manager's position and build Blackburn Rovers' squad for the season ahead. Who should stay? Who shou...

Blackburn Rovers suffered one of the worst injury records in the Championship last season. Most supporters put it down to bad luck. We think that's too simple. In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we take a deep dive into the real reasons behind Rovers' injury crisis and examine whether the warning signs were there long before players started breaking down. From recruitment and squad plan...

Blackburn Rovers looked set to challenge for the play-offs. A few months later, survival was the only thing that mattered. In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we look back on a campaign that unravelled dramatically and ask one simple question: how did a season full of promise become a relegation battle? From a strong first half of the season and genuine optimism around Ewood Park, to man...

Tony Mowbray is back at Blackburn Rovers. Few managerial appointments have divided opinion amongst the Rovers fanbase quite like this one. Mowbray returns to Ewood Park having previously guided the club back to the Championship and overseen a period that many supporters look back on fondly. However, his return also raises questions. Is this a sensible appointment that brings experience, stability...

When are players contracts up? Who have long term deals? Who do we want to extend? Who needs to go now? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blackburn Rovers survived the 25/26 Championship season, but the bigger question is whether they should have. After defeat to Leicester City, we reflect on a season where PSR points deductions for clubs like Leicester and West Brom played a major role in shaping the final table. Without those deductions, Rovers would have been relegated — so did Blackburn stay up on merit, or did the system ultima...

Blackburn Rovers have survived in the Championship, but it was far too close for comfort. In the club’s 150th year, Rovers were on the edge of relegation — and this episode looks at what must change to make sure it doesn’t happen again. We discuss the performance against Sheffield United, whether Michael O’Neill is the right man going forward, and what the summer needs to look like if Blackburn ar...

Southampton inflict defeat on Blackburn Rovers before a hard-fought draw against newly promoted Coventry City keeps Rovers right in the middle of the Championship survival race. With just 2 games left for Blackburn – and 3 for some of the teams around them – the pressure is building heading into the final stretch. Coventry City secure promotion to the Premier League and could still have a huge say...

Blackburn Rovers are back under pressure after a 1-1 draw with Stoke City – but was it a point gained or two dropped? With the gap now just 4 points and 4 games left in the Championship relegation battle, are Rovers slipping back into danger? Attention quickly turns to a huge week, with games against Southampton and Coventry City. Coventry are closing in on promotion – and could potentially seal i...

West Brom and Blackburn have few highlights but both are happy to settle for a point each in the Sky Bet Championship games as Rovers take a huge step to safety. A trip to the potteries up next in what could be another crucial weekend in the fight against relegation. Superstar in the making Tom Atcheson and George Pratt both sign long-term new deals in a welcome boost and Scott Wharton makes his l...

Blues and West Bromwich Albion up next for Blackburn's in 2 crucial Sky Bet Championship games as Michael O'Neill returns from international duty with Northern Ireland. Nathan Redmond signs and George Pratt returns to the squad. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk about the Blackburn Rovers Football Club. Hosted by Mike Beaty and Mark Hitchen, The Blackburn E...

Blackburn's bid to stay in the Sky Bet Championship ticks along with a 0-0 draw against Boro with plenty of highlights. As a crucial 2-week break begins, Rovers' manager heads to try to defeat Italy! Leicester City look set for another points deduction! We're also debating the EFL rulebook to see how we can deregister injured players and get Sir Ryan Hedges back on the pitch! Welcome to the YouTub...

Blackburn looked to be heading for Relegation from the Sky Bet Championship in midweek but Rovers yet again come from behind to win at The Den. Hayden Carter once again leaves the pitch feeling his hamstring as fans pray its precautionary. The under 18's beat local rivals Burnley in a fiesty, junior east Lancashire Derby at Ewood Park. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, w...

Blackburn are once again looking down the Sky Bet Championship table after another late goal salvages a point against Pompey. A massive week ahead sees trips to Oxford and Millwall as another injury crisis hits. Local rivalries are resumed as the Under 18's face Burnley at Ewood Park. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk about the Blackburn Rovers Football Clu...

John Eustace has the last laugh again as Rovers head again towards the Sky Bet Championship relegation zone. Lewis Travis hands Rovers an assist but Chilean sensation Díaz leads the Derby comeback. Bristol City steamrollered Rovers at Ewood in midweek. Portsmouth head to Lancashire in 6-pointer this weekend. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk about the Black...

2 wins in 2 games for Rovers' new boss in the Sky Bet Championship season 2 games as PNE are swept aside! After the Robins is the Lewis Travis, Sammie Szmodics, Ben Brereton Díaz, Danny Batth and John Eustace derby. Will Rovers fair better than they did last time at Pride Park? We also look into the stats behind the theory - Are Blackburn a better team without Todd Cantwell? Welcome to the YouTube...

QPR Review | Preston North End Preview | Morishita | Protests | Championship | Transfers | EFL 2 wins in their last 2 Sky Bet Championship games sees us move out of the relegation zone. Gary Rowett was linked but it's Northern Ireland's manager that gets the reigns as the ex Stoke City man wins his first game. Is the Todd Cantwell Rangers fans warned us about showing his true colours? Welcome to t...

Sheff Wednesday Review | Norwich City Review | QPR Preview | Gary Rowett | Championship | Michael O'Neill | EFL Blackburn beat Sheffield Wednesday but can't sing a tune vs Canaries! Plus, it's manager woe as Rovers can't find anyone to come to us! Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk about the Blackburn Rovers Football Club. Hosted by Mike Beaty and Mark Hitch...

Valérien Ismaël departs and the transfer window had 1 clear aim for Blackburn, a striker needed - it ends without one. Blackburn's Sky Bet Championship season enters a crucial week and Damien Johnson looks set to lead them into it. Players return from injury but Rovers lose yet again  Who is next in the dugout? Tony Mowbray is linked with a sensational return.  Welcome to the YouTube cha...

With 1 week left Rovers fans are still awaiting Fabrizio Romano posting an update. Blackburn's Sky Bet Championship season enters a crucial week as Valérien Ismaël remembers he can play different formations. Players return from injury to give some much needed energy to the team. But Rovers find themselves in the relegation zone - what do they need this week and how many points will they need to st...

Blackburn's slide down the Sky Bet Championship continues as Valérien Ismaël has led them to 1 win in 13 games with little highlights. Ipswich Town make it men against boys as Rovers ship 3, Swansea City have it too easy as Rovers ship 3. What can Rovers do to save their season or are they heading for the trap door regardless? Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we t...

Attentions turn again to the Sky Bet Championship season as Valérien Ismaël heads to Ipswich in search of a 2nd win in 12 and a goal. The Tigers maul Rovers out of the FA Cup on penalties as the academy talents prove their worth. Makhtar Gueye looks set for a move to Shanghai Shenhua as Igor Tyjon looks set for Arsenal. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk abo...

Disney's Wrexham inflict another home defeat for Blackburn in the Sky Bet Championship season, as Valérien Ismaël has now won just 4 in 10 months. We debate how the slide can be halted at Ewood - can Fabrizio Romano and Alan Nixon bring news to turn the tide? Sean McLoughlin looks set to return to former club Hull City in the FA Cup There's also a Carabao Cup game against Bradford City to review a...

Blackburn's Sky Bet Championship season continues to bore as another 0-0 and a chance wasted at league one bound Sheffield Wednesday. Rovers fans are expecting Fabrizio Romano posting an update shortly as the January transfer window opens this week. Rovers 150th anniversary kit is finally released.... prepare for fireworks. Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk...