Match statistics snapshot
- Newcastle fired more attempts (19 vs 16 shots).
- Blackburn was more accurate in front of goal (56% on target vs 42%).
- Newcastle held more of the ball (62% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Blackburn | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| Expected goals (xG) | ||
| 2Lead | Offsides | 6 |
| 10 | Shots inside the box | 16Lead |
| 4 |
| Shots off target |
|---|
| 6Lead |
| 9Lead | Shots on target | 8 |
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| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 3 |
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| 16 | Total shots | 19Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Blackburn | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 38% | Ball possession | 62%Lead |
| 75% | Pass accuracy | 83%Lead |
| 347 | Accurate passes | 618Lead |
| 465 | Total passes | 743Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Blackburn | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Corner kicks | 14Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Blackburn | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Blocked shots | 5Lead |
| 5 | Goalkeeper saves | 8Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Blackburn | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Fouls | 8Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 3 | Yellow cards | 2Lead |