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Blackburn Rovers Face Wrexham in FA Cup Fourth Round Clash
Blackburn Rovers and Wrexham are set to go head-to-head in a thrilling FA Cup fourth round clash tonight at Ewood Park. The two teams, representing different divisions, are ready to battle for a place in the next round of this prestigious tournament.
Blackburn Rovers have encountered a rough patch in recent weeks, failing to secure a victory in their last seven Championship matches. Meanwhile, Wrexham, currently placed second in League Two, have been enjoying a successful campaign so far.
Despite their recent struggles, Blackburn Rovers enter the tie as the favorites to win. Jon Dahl Tomasson‘s team, being two divisions higher in the football pyramid than Wrexham, are determined to overcome their poor form and progress to the next stage.
According to Sky Bet, Blackburn Rovers are priced at 4/6, making them the favorites, while Wrexham are considered the underdogs at 10/3. In the ‘Winner of Tie’ market, which includes the possibility of a replay, Blackburn Rovers’ odds stand at 1/3, with Wrexham priced at 9/4.
For the keen observers of individual performances, Sky Bet has also provided some exciting ‘Price Boosts’ to consider. Sammie Szmodics, Blackburn Rovers’ top scorer with 16 goals in 26 Championship appearances this season, has a boosted odds of 1/1 to have 2+ shots on target. Similarly, Paul Mullin, who has netted 11 goals for Wrexham across all competitions in the 2023-24 season, has his odds increased to 15/8 to have 2+ shots on target. Additionally, there is a boost for both teams to have 2+ shots on target in each half, valued at 3/1.
If you are looking for a bolder prediction, Sky Bet’s ‘Scorecast Boost’ offers a thrilling Sammie Szmodics to score first and Blackburn Rovers to win 3-1 at a massive 40/1.
The match between Blackburn Rovers and Wrexham promises to be an intriguing encounter, as the higher-ranked team seeks to overcome their recent difficulties and progress in the FA Cup. Football fans will be eagerly watching the action unfold at Ewood Park tonight.