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Preview: Blackburn v Fulham

Preview: Blackburn v Fulham


Preview: Blackburn v Fulham

Paul Ince may not have had the best starts for his managerial career, he will fight for honour against his old boss, Roy Hodgson.

Venue: Ewood Park.

Referee: Lee Probert

Blackburn has been thrashed by West Ham and Arsenal, both scoring four goals against the Rovers in the last two matches - not the kind of form Ince wanted from his players.

Ewood Park will be welcoming Hodgson after ten years, the former Rovers manager has secured three straight wins so far and and is expected to field the same team that beat Bolton last weekend.

Injuries and Suspensions

Blackburn striker Dunn is sidelined following a calf injury. Ooijer, the strong centre-back has a hamstring injury, but he is likely to make a return on time.

Fulham will miss Kamara following a knee injury.

Key Players

Blackburn - Emerton

The hardworking midfielder is the heart of the Blackburn team, if he plays well, Rovers can secure a home win.

Fulham - Gera

He has scored two goals so far and looks threatening. He will be the keyman to watch for Fulham.