What REALLY went wrong at Blackburn Rovers?

Blackburn Rovers looked set to challenge for the play-offs. A few months later, survival was the only thing that mattered. In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we look back on a season that unravelled dramatically, discussing the key moments, turning points and decisions that transformed a promising campaign into a relegation battle. From a strong first half of the season and genuine play-off ambitions, to managerial upheaval, a collapse in form and a tense finish, we review the story of Blackburn Rovers' 2025/26 campaign. In this episode we discuss: ⚽ The key moments that defined the season ⚽ When the campaign started to unravel ⚽ The impact of John Eustace's departure ⚽ Michael O'Neill's arrival and the battle for survival ⚽ The players who impressed and those who disappointed ⚽ The highs, lows and biggest frustrations of the season ⚽ Whether relegation was closer than many fans realise ⚽ The return of Tony Mowbray and what it means moving forward Was this simply a difficult season, or one of the biggest missed opportunities in recent Blackburn Rovers history? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. 🔵⚪ Arte et Labore 🎙️ The Blackburn End Podcast #Rovers #BlackburnRovers #BRFC #Championship #EwoodPark #TheBlackburnEnd #TonyMowbray #MichaelONeill #JohnEustace