Match Overview
On December 29, Hull City will face Blackburn in a Championship match at the MKM Stadium. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 1.89, Draw – 3.86, Away Winner – 3.81.
Historical Face-Off
Hull City and Blackburn have faced each other several times in the past. In their most recent encounter on August 19, 2023, Blackburn was defeated by Hull City with a score of 1-2. Looking back at their previous clashes, we can see that both teams have had their fair share of victories and defeats.
In the last eight meetings between these two sides, there has been an average of over three goals per game. This suggests that matches between Hull City and Blackburn tend to be high-scoring affairs.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Hull City has had mixed results in their recent matches across all competitions. They have won two out of their last six games and lost four. However, they managed to score eight goals while conceding nine during this period.
In terms of their performance in the Championship, Hull City currently sits in seventh place with 36 points from 24 matches played. They have scored a total of 36 goals while conceding 31.
Their most recent match was against Sunderland on December 26th in the Championship where they suffered a narrow defeat with a scoreline of 0-1.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Blackburn has struggled in their away games recently, winning only one out of their last six matches on the road and losing five. They have scored just four goals while conceding fifteen during this period.
In terms of their overall performance in the Championship, Blackburn is currently positioned fifteenth with 31 points from twenty-four matches. They have scored 35 goals but have conceded 43.
In their most recent match, Blackburn faced Huddersfield on December 26th in the Championship and suffered a heavy defeat with a scoreline of 0-3.
Key Players Spotlight
For Hull City, Liam Delap has been a key player in attack, scoring six goals and providing two assists in twenty-three matches. Another player to watch is Tyler Morton, who has contributed two goals and three assists from midfield in sixteen appearances.
On the other hand, Blackburn’s Arnór Sigurðsson has been impressive this season, scoring ten goals so far. He will be a threat to Hull City’s defense. Samuel Szmodics has also made an impact with fourteen goals to his name.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent results and performances, Hull City seems to have an advantage over Blackburn. They have won two of their last six matches compared to Blackburn’s one win during the same period.
Furthermore, Hull City has performed well at home in the Championship this season, winning five out of twelve matches played. Meanwhile, Blackburn has struggled away from home with just five wins out of twelve games on the road.
Hull City’s attacking prowess can be seen by their tally of thirty-six goals scored so far this season. However, their defense needs improvement as they have conceded thirty-one goals.
Blackburn’s struggles away from home are evident in their goal difference of -3 when playing on the road compared to +7 at home. Their defense has also been vulnerable with forty-three goals conceded overall.
Match Prediction: Hull City 2 – 1 Blackburn
Based on the analysis above, it is predicted that Hull City will come out victorious against Blackburn with a scoreline of 2-1. Although both teams have had mixed form recently, Hull City’s stronger home record and attacking options give them the edge in this match. Blackburn will need to improve their away form and tighten up defensively to have a chance of getting a positive result.
