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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Blackburn Rovers and Preston North End is set for 20.02.2026 at 20:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Blackburn Rovers, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Preston North End, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 20.02.2026
- Kickoff: 20:00
- Favorite: Blackburn Rovers
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 21.11.2025, finishing Preston North End 1-2 Blackburn Rovers.
Blackburn Rovers Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Blackburn Rovers squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Blackburn Rovers lineup today or Blackburn Rovers starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Blackburn Rovers home performances:
Date Event Score 14.02.2026 Queens Park Rangers vs Blackburn Rovers 1 - 3 07.02.2026 Norwich City vs Blackburn Rovers 2 - 0 03.02.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 0
Preston North End Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Preston North End have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Preston North End 1-2 Blackburn Rovers
- Wins this season over Blackburn Rovers: 10
Recent away match stats for Preston North End:
Date Event Score 14.02.2026 Preston North End vs Watford 2 - 2 07.02.2026 Preston North End vs Portsmouth 1 - 0 31.01.2026 Ipswich Town vs Preston North End 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 16.02.2026, odds point to Blackburn Rovers as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Blackburn Rovers and Preston North End lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
