Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams. Oxford United occupies 23rd place in the table with a record of 8-11-17, while Blackburn Rovers sits in 21st position with a 10-9-17 record. Both squads share an identical average total goals in their home/away matches (2.24) and a similar goal difference (-8 for the hosts at home, -6 for the visitors away). Blackburn has a better away win rate (35% vs Oxford's 24% at home), but the recent form of both teams is identical (1.4 PPG in their last 5 fixtures). Oxford has a slightly better expected goals metric at home (1.43 xG) than Blackburn on the road (1.26 xG), giving the hosts a marginal edge. Taking into account the even form, similar offensive and defensive statistics, and the fact that both teams are fighting against relegation, the most probable scenario is a draw or a narrow victory for either side.
Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Oxford United played against Blackburn Rovers in Championship (England). The game was played on March 11, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Oxford United has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Blackburn Rovers has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Oxford United scores 0.94 goals per game and allows 1.33. Blackburn Rovers scores 0.94 and allows 1.31. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 56% of Oxford United's games and 50% of Blackburn Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 53% and 42%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 51% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Blackburn Rovers has the higher season xG average, 1.34 to 1.25 per game. Oxford United takes 11.7 shots per game, while Blackburn Rovers takes 11.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Oxford United leads at halftime in 25% of its games and scores 0.31 goals per game after halftime. Blackburn Rovers leads at halftime in 28% and scores 0.44 after halftime.
When the teams score
Oxford United's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (8 goals). For Blackburn Rovers, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.60 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 51% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% 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
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams. Oxford United occupies 23rd place in the table with a record of 8-11-17, while Blackburn Rovers sits in 21st position with a 10-9-17 record. Both squads share an identical average total goals in their home/away matches (2.24) and a similar goal difference (-8 for the hosts at home, -6 for the visitors away). Blackburn has a better away win rate (35% vs Oxford's 24% at home), but the recent form of both teams is identical (1.4 PPG in their last 5 fixtures). Oxford has a slightly better expected goals metric at home (1.43 xG) than Blackburn on the road (1.26 xG), giving the hosts a marginal edge. Taking into account the even form, similar offensive and defensive statistics, and the fact that both teams are fighting against relegation, the most probable scenario is a draw or a narrow victory for either side.
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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
| Oxford United | Blackburn Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 28% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.28 |
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.
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.
Oxford United scores in 58% of games (21 of 36 meczów), while Blackburn Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 25% (9 of 36 meczów).
Blackburn Rovers scores in 69% of games (25 of 36 meczów), while Oxford United keeps a clean sheet in 17% (6 of 36 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 - Oxford United
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.
Blackburn Rovers is 12% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.14 pts / game - Oxford United · 1.28 pts / game - Blackburn Rovers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Oxford United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 22%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Blackburn Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 28%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
* 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 0-15 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (15). Late-goal balance (76-90): -7 - 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
Oxford United
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
| Oxford United | Liga | Blackburn Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.28 | 2.60 | ▼ 2.25 |
| Both teams scored | • 56% | 56% | ▼ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 53% | 51% | ▼ 42% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 17% | 25% | • 25% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 78% | 71% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 61% | 78% | ▼ 75% |
^ 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 Oxford United's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Blackburn Rovers. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers?
The Championship match finished Oxford United 1:0 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 Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers?
Oxford United score 0.94 goals per game on average and Blackburn Rovers 0.94. The Championship average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 51% of games. Both teams score in 56% of Oxford United's matches and 50% of Blackburn Rovers's.
What form are Oxford United and Blackburn Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Oxford United have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Blackburn Rovers 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Oxford United vs Blackburn Rovers?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.