Derby County vs Blackburn Rovers — Pass Map

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Derby County 3 – 1 Blackburn Rovers

Championship · 28 Feb 2026

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Node size = touches

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High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Controlling play from deep

M. Clarke completed 38 passes at 76% accuracy while accumulating 75 touches, establishing himself as Derby's primary ball-distributor. His volume and consistency provided the platform for sustained possession-based build-up play throughout the match.

Creating chances from the flank

D. Murkin registered 4 key passes and 0.43 expected assists, functioning as Derby's main creative outlet down the left. His service generated genuine scoring opportunities despite the team's overall attacking struggles.

Dominant defensive presence

H. Carter made 19 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries, and clearances, anchoring Blackburn's backline with relentless work-rate. His interventions were crucial in breaking down Derby's attacks and controlling the defensive transition.

Immediate creative threat off bench

H. Pickering produced 2 key passes and 0.091 expected assists in just 21 minutes as a substitute. His quick impact injected attacking creativity when Blackburn needed fresh momentum in the final stages.