The Blackburn End Podcast

Blackburn Rovers have announced a brand-new Multi-Level Engagement Plan, bringing the Fans' Forum to a close and introducing a new supporter engagement structure, including the new Fan Advisory Panel.Supporters have understandably been asking plenty of questions.Is this simply a rebrand? Has anything actually changed? What role does the Football Supporters' Association (FSA) play? Will supporters genuinely have a stronger voice?As Chair of the outgoing Fans' Forum, Mark gives his perspective on why these changes have happened, how the new structure will work and what supporters should be looking for over the next 12 months.Rather than reacting to the headlines, we break down what the announcement actually means and discuss whether this could represent the biggest step forward in supporter engagement since Venky's took over Blackburn Rovers.Do you think this is genuine progress, or are supporters right to remain sceptical?

Tony Mowbray is back on the training ground, pre-season is underway and attention is turning towards the squad that will begin Blackburn Rovers' Championship campaign.But if you were in Mowbray's shoes, what would you do?In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we put ourselves in the manager's position and build Blackburn Rovers' squad for the season ahead.Who should stay? Who should move on? Which positions still need strengthening? And how close are Rovers to having a squad capable of competing in the Championship?We also discuss Yuki Ohashi's reported transfer links, Todd Cantwell's future, the arrival of Rovers' new assistant manager and the return of pre-season training.Join the debate:🟢 One player you'd definitely keep.🔴 One player you'd sell.⭐ One position Blackburn must strengthen.Let us know your squad and whether you agree with ours.🔵⚪ Arte et Labore

Blackburn Rovers suffered one of the worst injury records in the Championship last season.Most supporters put it down to bad luck.We think that's too simple.In this episode of The Blackburn End Podcast, we take a deep dive into the real reasons behind Rovers' injury crisis and examine whether the warning signs were there long before players started breaking down.From recruitment and squad planning to player durability, availability records and workload management, we explore the catalogue of decisions that contributed to Blackburn's lengthy injury list.We discuss:⚽ Why Blackburn suffered so many injuries⚽ Whether the injury crisis was actually predictable⚽ Recruitment and player durability⚽ The risks of relying on injury-prone players⚽ Squad depth and availability⚽ The role of coaching, medical and football decisions⚽ What Rovers can learn going forwardThis isn't a podcast about bad luck.It's a podcast about decisions.So were Blackburn simply unfortunate, or did the club create the conditions for an injury crisis themselves?🔵⚪ Arte et Labore🎙️ The Blackburn End Podcast

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 campaign that unravelled dramatically and ask one simple question: how did a season full of promise become a relegation battle?From a strong first half of the season and genuine optimism around Ewood Park, to managerial changes, a collapse in form and a nervous finish, we revisit the key moments that shaped Blackburn Rovers' 2025/26 season.We discuss:⚽ The turning points that changed the course of the campaign⚽ When and why the season 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 biggest highs, lows and frustrations of the season⚽ How close Rovers really came to relegation⚽ The return of Tony Mowbray and what it means moving forwardThis may have been one of the most dramatic seasons in recent Blackburn Rovers history, but how should it ultimately be remembered?🔵⚪ Arte et LaboreThe Blackburn End Podcast

When are players contracts up? Who have long term deals? Who do we want to extend?Who needs to go now?

Blackburn Rovers survived the 25/26 Championship season, but the bigger question is whether they should have.After defeat to Leicester City, we reflect on a season where PSR points deductions for clubs like Leicester and West Brom played a major role in shaping the final table.Without those deductions, Rovers would have been relegated — so did Blackburn stay up on merit, or did the system ultimately decide it?We also discuss:Leicester’s quality despite relegationThe impact of EFL rules on the Championship tableWhy Rovers “got away with it” this seasonThe need for more experience going forwardMichael O’Neill’s future heading into the summerThere’s also a brief debate on potential squad changes, including whether Rovers should consider selling Toth or Alebiosu.

Blackburn Rovers have survived in the Championship, but it was far too close for comfort.In the club’s 150th year, Rovers were on the edge of relegation — and this episode looks at what must change to make sure it doesn’t happen again.We discuss the performance against Sheffield United, whether Michael O’Neill is the right man going forward, and what the summer needs to look like if Blackburn are to move forward rather than just survive.We also reflect on how quickly things can change in the Championship, with clubs like Leicester showing how fine the margins can be.Follow the podcast for weekly Blackburn Rovers content and match reaction.

Southampton inflict defeat on Blackburn Rovers before a hard-fought draw against newly promoted Coventry City keeps Rovers right in the middle of the Championship survival race.With just 2 games left for Blackburn – and 3 for some of the teams around them – the pressure is building heading into the final stretch.Coventry City secure promotion to the Premier League and could still have a huge say in the relegation battle, while Blackburn now turn their attention to a crucial clash against Sheffield United.Charlton are slipping, Leicester City look set for relegation, and Oxford United need near-perfect form to survive – but are Blackburn Rovers safe?We break down the results against Southampton and Coventry, assess where Rovers stand in the table, and preview a massive game against Sheffield United in the fight to stay up.Welcome to the YouTube channel of The Blackburn End Podcast, where we talk about Blackburn Rovers Football Club.Hosted by Mike Beaty and Mark Hitchen, The Blackburn End Podcast covers all things Blackburn Rovers, as well as touching on other major stories across the Championship, EFL and wider football world.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://linktr.ee/blackburnendpod📲Twitter https://twitter.com/blackburnendpod📲Facebook https://www.facebook.com/blackburnendpod📲Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e0e388d4-0fdd-4e9e-a762-12b995303652/the-blackburn-end-podcast📲Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/74zWX3wwR19aRuXESIqg2Y📲Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-blackburn-end-podcast/id1761844696📲Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theblackburnendpod🗳️Please remember to leave a review, like, subscribe and share the podcast#BRFC #ccfc #sufc #saintsfc #lcfc #oufc #cafc #efl #championship #relegation #premierleague Rovers fans – are we actually safe?Was that 1 point gained or 2 dropped?Charlton / Oxford fans – who survives?