Blackburn Rovers vs Luton Town Prediction: Blackburn are enduring a barren run of form

Blackburn Rovers is set to host Luton Town on Monday at Ewood Park. Who will come out on top after 90 minutes? 

Blackburn have spent a considerable amount of time in the top six this season, making them feel deserving of a playoff spot. However, their recent form has left them as outsiders due to a run of four defeats and only one win in eight games. To keep their playoff hopes alive, they now require a minimum of four points. Although Blackburn have conceded only three goals in their last four matches, conceding late equalizers to Coventry City and Preston North End could have a significant impact. Blackburn's final opponent, Millwall, is in fifth place, three points ahead of them, and will play a game more. If Blackburn can secure a draw in this fixture, it would be enough to maintain their spirits ahead of their last trip to London, but it is easier said than done.

Pears; Rankin-Costello, Carter, Hyam, Pickering; Travis, Wharton; Thomas, Szmodics, Brereton Diaz; Dolan

Luton have managed an impressive 12-match unbeaten streak, which has secured them a place in the playoffs with several games remaining. Although they missed out on a bid for the second automatic spot, only Sheffield United holding their nerve, Rob Edwards is optimistic about their chances of finishing in third place after beating fourth-placed Middlesbrough 2-1. Edwards will use this as motivation to keep his players performing at their best, even though the remaining two games are effectively meaningless.

Furthermore, Luton will want to continue their unbeaten away record, which stretches back to December, and has lasted for 11 matches. Only Burnley have managed to defeat Luton since the middle of January.

Horvath; Lockyer, Bradley, Bell; Drameh, Mpanzu, Nakamba, Clark, Doughty; Adebayo, Morris

Blackburn are enduring a barren run of form, without a win in their last eight outings in all competitions. Despite having won six out of their previous seven matches, they have faltered recently, failing to register a win in their last four home fixtures. On the other hand, Luton are unbeaten in their last twelve games and have won three out of their last four matches. They have been impressive on their travels this season and are expected to emerge victorious in this encounter. Under 2.5 goals are predicted to be scored in this game.