How Did a Play-Off Push Become a Relegation Battle?

Blackburn Rovers looked set to challenge for the play-offs.

A few months later, survival was the only thing that mattered.

In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we look back on a season that unravelled dramatically, discussing the key moments, turning points and decisions that transformed a promising campaign into a relegation battle.

From a strong first half of the season and genuine play-off ambitions, to managerial upheaval, a collapse in form and a tense finish, we review the story of Blackburn Rovers' 2025/26 campaign.

In this episode we discuss:

⚽ The key moments that defined the season

⚽ When the campaign started to unravel

⚽ The impact of John Eustace's departure

⚽ Michael O'Neill's arrival and the battle for survival

⚽ The players who impressed and those who disappointed

⚽ The highs, lows and biggest frustrations of the season

⚽ Whether relegation was closer than many fans realise

⚽ The return of Tony Mowbray and what it means moving forward

Was this simply a difficult season, or one of the biggest missed opportunities in recent Blackburn Rovers history?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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