Sheffield United can achieve a rare four-game away winning streak against Blackburn Rovers when the Championship sides meet at Ewood Park on Tuesday night. The Blades are unbeaten on the road this season, drawing both of their away league fixtures so far.
Can Sheffield United make history at Ewood Park?
Only once in their entire history have Sheffield United won four consecutive away matches against Blackburn Rovers. That sequence happened from 1949 to 1953, a span of over seven decades. A victory on Tuesday would match that historic feat. The Blades have already won their last three visits to Ewood Park across all competitions. They also beat Blackburn 2-1 in the EFL Cup back in August. Tony Mowbray, the Blackburn boss, has a poor record against Sheffield United, losing five of his last seven league meetings with them.
What is Blackburn's recent form?
Blackburn Rovers head into this fixture in concerning form, having taken just one point from their last three Championship matches. They suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Queens Park Rangers in their most recent league outing at Ewood Park. Another loss on Tuesday would see them suffer back-to-back home league defeats for the first time since November 2025. This presents a clear opportunity for a visiting Sheffield United side looking to turn draws into wins.
How have Sheffield United started on the road?
Chris Wilder's side have begun the campaign with two draws from their two away games in the Championship. They have never lost an away match this season. The club has started a league campaign with three successive away draws on three previous occasions: in 1898-99, 1984-85, and 2012-13. Achieving that again with a draw on Tuesday would place them in that unusual company. The full fixtures list shows a busy period ahead for the Blades.
Who is unavailable for Sheffield United?
The Blades will have to navigate this important away match without several key players. Currently sidelined are defenders Femi Seriki and Harrison Burrows. Midfielders Ryan One, Tahith Chong, and Jaïro Riedewald are also out of contention. This injury situation is detailed on the club's injuries page. Manager Chris Wilder will need to rely on squad depth as he looks to maintain the team's solid away form.
What happened in the last league meeting?
The most recent league clash between these two sides saw Blackburn Rovers secure a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United back in April. That result ended a positive run for the Blades in this fixture. Tony Mowbray acknowledged his team's recent struggles against Sheffield United. "Has lost five of his past seven league games against Sheffield United, including four of his past five," Mowbray said. The Blades will be keen to reassert their dominance in this particular matchup. Fans can track the team's progress in the standings as the season develops.
The Championship match at Ewood Park kicks off at 19:45 BST on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.
