West Brom and Blackburn kick off their 2025-26 Championship campaigns at The Hawthorns on Saturday. Read the preview for the West Brom vs Blackburn match
Both teams finished in the top half last season, but each has had a very different pre-season. Here’s Match Plug’s preview, odds, and prediction for West Brom vs Blackburn Rovers.
Betting Preview for West Brom vs Blackburn
- Venue: The Hawthorns
- Date: Saturday, August 9th, 2025
- Time: 15:00
- Teams to play: West Brom vs Blackburn
- Odds as provided by 1XBet
Betting On West Bromwich Albion
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 1.89
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
West Brom finished ninth last season, just outside the playoff spots. Ryan Mason’s side managed 15 wins from 46 games but faltered in the push for promotion. Pre-season form was mixed, with a win over Port Vale, a four-game winless run, and a 3-2 victory against Rayo Vallecano as their final warm-up.
Betting On Blackburn Rovers
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 4.205
- 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5
Blackburn ended the last campaign in seventh, two points shy of the playoffs. Valérien Ismaël’s men impressed in pre-season, winning four games on the bounce before a 3-1 defeat at NEC Nijmegen. Their new-look squad will be eager to start strong away from home.
MatchPlug Prediction For West Brom vs Blackburn
Both clubs showed quality last season, but West Brom will want to make an immediate statement under Mason. Blackburn’s away challenge will be tough against a side determined to put a poor pre-season behind them. The Baggies’ home advantage tips this one in their favor.
Final Prediction: West Bromwich Albion Moneyline
