Stoke City desperately need points on Tuesday, Jan 26 at 8:45 PM in the Championship. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Stoke City come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Blackburn Rovers, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 1D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Stoke City head into this on the back of a defeat, while Blackburn Rovers arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 10 previous meetings, Stoke City lead 5–3 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

Verdict: Blackburn Rovers's quality should tell even on the road. Stoke City will push, but the visitors have too much class. Blackburn Rovers to win.