Managerless Wolves travel to Ewood Park after a turbulent week at Molineux.
Jeff Shi of Fosun International and Wolverhampton Wanderers owner
Life off the field is rarely dull at Wolverhampton Wanderers, and this week was no exception as Walter Zenga received his marching orders after just 87 days in charge.
The Italian was removed after overseeing a run of four defeats in five matches which has seen Wolves drop to 18th in the Championship table. This weekend’s opponents, Blackburn, sit in the bottom three after a slow start to the season under Owen Coyle and are in dire need of points themselves.
Sam Gallagher scores the second goal for Blackburn Rovers
The Key Battle – Sam Gallagher vs Danny Batth
Southampton loanee Gallagher has impressed for Rovers this season, netting five goals so far including a brace in their last home match against Nottingham Forest.
Wolves skipper Batth has been an ever-present for his side and will need his leadership skills to come to the fore after a testing week for his side.
Wolves’ Danny Batth (L) in action with Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish
Last Meeting:
The most recent encounter between these two teams may have already been forgotten by those who attended, such was the dour nature of April’s goalless draw.
Overall, Wolves just have the edge in this fixture with 41 wins to Blackburn’s 40.
Recent league form – most recent last:
Blackburn – WLLDWL
Wolves – WLLDLL
Who’s the ref?
Scott Duncan will be in charge at Ewood Park.
Duncan sent off Wolves’ Dominic Iorfa in their opening day draw at Rotherham and also took charge of Blackburn’s home defeat to Fulham earlier this season.
What time is kick off?
The action from Ewood Park starts at 5.30pm.
General view of Ewood Park
Where can I watch it?
Sky Sports 1 are showing this clash, with coverage beginning at 5.15pm.
Odds
Blackburn – 19/10
Draw – 9/4
Wolves – 7/5
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