Burton Albion vs Blackburn Rovers predictions, Aug 08, 2026

Aug 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On August 8, 2026, Burton Albion will host Blackburn Rovers in the English League Cup at the Pirelli Stadium. Both teams have displayed mixed recent form, setting the stage for an intriguing encounter. Burton Albion is currently struggling, having failed to secure a win in their last four matches. This lack of momentum could impact their confidence as they take on a Blackburn side that comes off a modest victory in their last three outings, although they have also seen uneven results.

Tactically, Burton will need to tighten their defense, having conceded opportunities in recent matches. Their best chance may lie in exploiting set pieces, given Blackburn’s occasional vulnerabilities in defending aerial threats. Meanwhile, Blackburn, with a single win in their last three, will aim to build on that momentum, leveraging their pace on the wings to stretch the Burton backline.

Bookmakers’ odds favor an away victory (2.21 for Blackburn), while home odds sit at 3.05 for Burton. Predictions suggest a tight match with a possible draw at 1:1 as both teams seek to find their rhythm. With such competitive dynamics, fans can expect an engaging clash with no guarantees on the outcome.

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Burton
30.4%		 Draw
28.1%		 Blackburn
41.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of English League Cup Blackburn: 0.52%

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Betting Odds

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Bwin 3.00 3.40 2.30
bet_at_home 3.02 3.35 2.30
betsson 3.20 3.20 2.06
MarathonBet 3.07 3.28 2.29 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.95 3.25 2.25
Pinnacle 3.03 3.33 2.27
Best for US Customers 3.20 3.40 2.32

Latest Results

01.08.26 Burton Albion – Derby County – 1:0
28.07.26 Solihull Moors – Burton Albion – 1:1
22.07.26 Burton Albion – Birmingham City – 0:1
18.07.26 Burton Albion – Leicester City – 0:3
11.07.26 Alfreton Town – Burton Albion – 0:0		 01.08.26 Huddersfield Town – Blackburn Rovers – 1:1
25.07.26 RC Strasbourg – Blackburn Rovers – 0:2
22.07.26 Nottingham Forest – Blackburn Rovers – 3:0
11.07.26 Accrington Stanley – Blackburn Rovers – 0:0
02.05.26 Blackburn Rovers – Leicester City – 0:1

Facts

  • Burton has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Blackburn might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 2 head-to-head matches, Burton won 0 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 3:3. (average 1.5:1.5).
  • Including home match between the teams, Burton won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 1:1.

    Latest Head To Head

    24.02.17 Burton Albion – Blackburn Rovers – 1:1
    20.08.16 Blackburn Rovers – Burton Albion – 2:2

    Standings

    Draw

    Preliminary

    Final

    1 York City Crawley
    2 Tranmere Rochdale 2 : 3

    English League Cup Outrights

    1. Arsenal: 5.44 (12.35%)

    2. Manchester City: 6.24 (10.77%)

    3. Liverpool: 7.6 (8.84%)

    4. Manchester United: 8.28 (8.12%)

    5. Chelsea: 9.96 (6.75%)

    6. Tottenham: 13.4 (5.02%)

    7. Aston Villa: 15 (4.48%)

    8. Newcastle: 19 (3.54%)

    9. Newcastle Utd: 20.6 (3.26%)

    10. Brighton: 27.6 (2.43%)

    11. Everton: 32.4 (2.07%)

    12. Brentford: 34 (1.98%)

    13. Bournemouth: 34 (1.98%)

    14. Nottingham: 39.6 (1.7%)

    15. Leeds: 39.6 (1.7%)

    16. Fulham: 41 (1.64%)

    17. Crystal Palace: 41 (1.64%)

    18. Sunderland: 62.2 (1.08%)

    19. Ipswich: 77.4 (0.87%)

    20. Coventry: 77.4 (0.87%)

    21. West Ham: 93.4 (0.72%)

    22. Wolves: 96.2 (0.7%)

    23. Shrewsbury: 100 (0.67%)

    24. Rotherham: 100 (0.67%)

    25. Stockport County: 100 (0.67%)

    26. Wigan: 100 (0.67%)

    27. Oxford Utd: 100 (0.67%)

    28. Hull City: 100.2 (0.67%)

    29. Middlesbrough: 110.2 (0.61%)

    30. Norwich: 110.2 (0.61%)

    31. Birmingham: 110.2 (0.61%)

    32. Burnley: 110.2 (0.61%)

    33. Wrexham: 110.2 (0.61%)

    34. Southampton: 110.2 (0.61%)

    35. Sheffield Utd: 110.2 (0.61%)

    36. Bristol City: 120.2 (0.56%)

    37. Millwall: 120.2 (0.56%)

    38. West Brom: 120.2 (0.56%)

    39. Stoke City: 120.2 (0.56%)

    40. Swansea: 120.2 (0.56%)

    41. Portsmouth: 120.2 (0.56%)

    42. QPR: 120.2 (0.56%)

    43. Preston: 120.2 (0.56%)

    44. Derby: 120.2 (0.56%)

    45. Watford: 120.2 (0.56%)

    46. Lincoln City: 130.2 (0.52%)

    47. Leicester: 130.2 (0.52%)

    48. Charlton: 130.2 (0.52%)

    49. Blackburn: 130.2 (0.52%)

    50. Cardiff: 130.2 (0.52%)

    51. Bolton: 130.2 (0.52%)

    52. Sheffield Wed: 130.2 (0.52%)

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