Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers: match statistics
Norwich City are demonstrating significantly better form in their last five matches, earning 12 points (4 victories, 1 defeat) compared to just 4 points for Blackburn Rovers (1 victory, 1 draw, 3 defeats). The hosts are in excellent scoring form, netting 14 goals in their last 5 games while conceding just 4. Norwich also hold an advantage in home statistics, with a higher average xG (1.47 vs 1.32 for the visitors away) and better possession efficiency (54% vs 49%). Blackburn struggle to score consistently on the road (43% of matches without a goal, averaging 0.86 goals per game) and lose as many as 43% of their away fixtures. Considering the current form of both teams and the hosts' superior home stats, Norwich City have a realistic chance of securing all three points, although Blackburn can be a tough opponent, which justifies a moderate probability of a draw.
Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Norwich City played against Blackburn Rovers in Championship (England). The game was played on February 7, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Norwich City has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Blackburn Rovers has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Norwich City scores 1.23 goals per game and allows 1.40. Blackburn Rovers scores 0.90 and allows 1.27. Games in this league average 2.57 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Norwich City's games and 47% of Blackburn Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 40%, compared with league averages of 57% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Blackburn Rovers has the higher season xG average, 1.36 to 1.33 per game. Norwich City takes 11.9 shots per game, while Blackburn Rovers takes 11.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Norwich City leads at halftime in 30% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Blackburn Rovers leads at halftime in 27% and scores 0.43 after halftime.
When the teams score
Norwich City's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). For Blackburn Rovers, it is minutes 31-45+ (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.57 goals. Both teams score in 57% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Norwich City are demonstrating significantly better form in their last five matches, earning 12 points (4 victories, 1 defeat) compared to just 4 points for Blackburn Rovers (1 victory, 1 draw, 3 defeats). The hosts are in excellent scoring form, netting 14 goals in their last 5 games while conceding just 4. Norwich also hold an advantage in home statistics, with a higher average xG (1.47 vs 1.32 for the visitors away) and better possession efficiency (54% vs 49%). Blackburn struggle to score consistently on the road (43% of matches without a goal, averaging 0.86 goals per game) and lose as many as 43% of their away fixtures. Considering the current form of both teams and the hosts' superior home stats, Norwich City have a realistic chance of securing all three points, although Blackburn can be a tough opponent, which justifies a moderate probability of a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Norwich City | Blackburn Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 29% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.27 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Norwich City is 125% better for: last-5 form.
1.8 pts / game - Norwich City · 0.8 pts / game - Blackburn Rovers
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Norwich City is 37% better for: goals scored per game.
1.23 goals / game - Norwich City · 0.9 goals / game - Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn Rovers is 10% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.4 goals / game - Norwich City · 1.27 goals / game - Blackburn Rovers
Norwich City scores in 77% of games (23 of 30 meczów), while Blackburn Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 27% (8 of 30 meczów).
Blackburn Rovers scores in 67% of games (20 of 30 meczów), while Norwich City keeps a clean sheet in 10% (3 of 30 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Norwich City
Over / Under - Blackburn Rovers
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Norwich City is 11% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.37 pts / game - Norwich City · 1.23 pts / game - Blackburn Rovers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Norwich City - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Blackburn Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 27% of games and wins 27%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 100% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -4 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Norwich City
Blackburn Rovers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Norwich City | Liga | Blackburn Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.63 | 2.57 | ▼ 2.17 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 57% | ▼ 47% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 50% | 50% | ▼ 40% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 10% | 25% | ▲ 27% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 60% | 72% | ▼ 70% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 90% | 78% | ▼ 73% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Norwich City's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Blackburn Rovers. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers?
The Championship match finished Norwich City 2:0 Blackburn Rovers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers?
Norwich City score 1.23 goals per game on average and Blackburn Rovers 0.90. The Championship average is 2.57 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Norwich City's matches and 47% of Blackburn Rovers's.
What form are Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Norwich City have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Blackburn Rovers 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.