Match statistics snapshot
- Blackburn fired more attempts (16 vs 5 shots).
- Newcastle was more accurate in front of goal (40% on target vs 19%).
- Blackburn held more of the ball (65% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Blackburn |
|---|---|---|
| 2Lead | Offsides | 3 |
| 2 | Shots inside the box | 7Lead |
| 2 | Shots off target | 8Lead |
| Shots on target |
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| 3Lead |
| 3 | Shots outside the box | 9Lead |
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| 5 | Total shots | 16Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Blackburn |
|---|---|---|
| 35% | Ball possession | 65%Lead |
| 71% | Pass accuracy | 86%Lead |
| 260 | Accurate passes | 574Lead |
| 365 | Total passes | 669Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Blackburn |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Corner kicks | 10Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Blackburn |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 5Lead |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 1 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Blackburn |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Fouls | 12 |
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| Yellow cards |