Arte et Labore

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reacts to a first defeat for Michael O'Neill as head coach.

Blackburn Rovers claimed the derby spoils in the best possible manner as they gear up for a big week. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred reflect on a dramatic night at Ewood Park after a 95th-minute winner from Yuki Ohashi against Preston North End. The jubilant scenes were a rarity at Ewood Park. After only a fourth home win of the season, it was a night the fans deserved and the celebrations reflected that. Attention quickly turns to Bristol City at home followed by a trip to Derby County. How will they react to a quick turnaround and can Michal O'Neill continue their moment? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months (£4.99 after) or £31 for 12 months.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reacts to a fantastic night at Ewood Park.

Blackburn Rovers began life under Michael O'Neill with a massive three points. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred reflect on a 3-1 win at Queens Park Rangers which moved Rovers out of the bottom three. They focus on Mathias Jorgensen and the difference playing two up front made. Ryoya Morishita gets his flowers, as well as Sondre Tronstad, Hayden Carter and Eiran Cashin. Next up is Preston North End at Ewood Park in O'Neill's first home match. They preview the game and discuss the derby element to Friday night's clash. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months (£4.99 after) or £31 for 12 months.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reviews a first win for Michael O'Neill as head coach.

Blackburn Rovers' head coach hunt is over with Michael O'Neill taking the job until the end of the season. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred discuss his appointment in a bonus episode of Arte et Labore. They share their views on O'Neill and the job-share with Northern Ireland. Phil Jones has returned to the club as part of the coaching staff, alongside Steven Davis. They will assist Damien Johnson at Queens Park Rangers, with O'Neill watching on. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months (£4.99 after) or £31 for 12 months.

Blackburn Rovers' head coach hunt has moved into a second week with a damaging 2-0 defeat to Norwich City emphasising the need for an appointment. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred discuss the reverse at Carrow Road and what went wrong in the final 20 minutes. From a position of little dangr, Rovers conceded twice in five minutes to lose. Gary Rowett is the favourite for the post. The out-of-work boss is expected to hold talks with Blackburn's decision-makers this week. That's ahead of a trip to Queens Park Rangers. Another big game in Rovers' hopes to survive. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £3 for three months (£4.99 after) or £26 until 2027.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his instant reaction to a 2-0 defeat at Carrow Road.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred discuss a big week at Rovers. Valerien Ismael is gone, who comes next? They run through the candidates and their prefered choices and pick out where things went wrong for the Frenchman and whether he was entirely to blame. There were no fresh signings on deadline day meaning Rovers didn't sign the striker they wanted. Have they got enough to get them over the line and avoid relegation? A 1-0 win over the Owls on Tuesday night lifted them out of the relegation zone on goal difference. They travel to Norwich City next up, who have been in excellent form. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £3 for three months (£4.99 after) or £26 until 2027.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his snap take on a 1-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday and the latest in the search for their head coach.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives instant reaction to the departure of Valerien Ismael.

Elliott and Ryan reflect on Blackburn Rovers' defeat to Swansea and draw with Watford. They also discuss the latest transfer news with Reyes Cleary on Rovers' radar. It's Hull City up next, who will provide a stern test.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his immediate thoughts after a 1-1 draw with Watford at Ewood Park.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reflects on a 3-1 defeat at Swansea City.

Blackburn Rovers face a pivotal week after a demoralising 3-0 defeat at Ipswich Town. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred pick apart the reverse at Portman Road and analyse the key problems in the latest episode of Arte et Labore. Refereeing decisions went against Rovers again but they were well beaten by a superior side. After one win in 11 games, does Valerien Ismael need to change shape again? How can he muster a response from a group that's failed to score in four of their last five games. It's another long trip this midweek, away at Swansea, before hosting Watford. With a proposed boycott at Ewood Park, they discuss the nuances around the debate. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £3 for three months (£4.99 after) or £26 until 2027.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his instant reaction to a 3-0 defeat at Ipswich Town.

Elliott and Ryan return for another episode of Arte et Labore. They discuss the signing of Mathias Jorgensen and why Aron Donnum won't be a Blackburn Rovers player. Ipswich Town are next up for Rovers, a tough test against the Championship's in-form side.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred provide instant reaction to a point at Ewood Park and defeat to Wrexham at the start of 2026. They reflect on three points over the festive period, more damaging injuries and the latest Ewood Park transfer news. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reflects on a 2-0 home defeat to Wrexham.

Blackburn Rovers' Christmas period has produced points but little goal-mouth action to shout about. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred return to discuss successive goalless draws against Middlesbrough and Sheffield Wednesday. A lack of firepower on the pitch and from the bench has reiterated Rovers' needs in the January transfer window. They also discuss potential exits with Makhtar Gueye and Igor Tyjon seemingly on their way out. Rovers face Wrexham and Charlton Athletic to round off a hectic period. Both games present good opportunities for points on the board at Ewood Park. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reflects on a 0-0 draw at Hillsborough.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reflects on a 0-0 draw at the Riverside Stadium.

Blackburn Rovers enjoyed a near-perfect afternoon at Ewood Park as they beat Millwall 2-0. In the latest episode of Arte et Labore, Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred revisit Saturday's win as the Academy took centre stage with Matty Litherland starring on his Rovers debut. Tom Atcheson and Nathan Dlamini also made their first appearances in the Championship. Valerien Ismael's bold calls paid off and three points at home was the perfect tonic before Christmas. A win, clean sheet and selection decisions paying off. Rovers travel to Middlesbrough on Boxing Day, a tough assignment but their record on Teesside is excellent. That's followed up by a quick turnaround to face Sheffield Wednesday. What would be a positive return? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reviews a 2-0 victory over Millwall at Ewood Park.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson chats to Katie from the Blackburn Rovers Coalition Group about their open letter urging Venky's to sell the club and planned boycotts.

Blackburn Rovers endured a poor week, failing to beat direct rivals in their quest to stay in the Championship. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred pick apart the defeat at Portsmouth and touch on the draw with Oxford which leaves Rovers three points above the relegation zone. They dissect the manner of the two goals which saw a one-goal lead turned to defeat at Fratton Park. What could've been done to avoid the concessions? Valerien Ismael was strong in his comments on the January transfer window. Elliott and Ryan discuss what's needed in the New Year and whether his requests will be met. Millwall at Ewood Park is next up. Can Rovers end 2025 at home with three points? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson reviews a 2-1 defeat at Portsmouth.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson discusses a frustrating 1-1 draw at home to Oxford.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred discuss Blackburn Rovers' latest abandoned fixture at Ewood Park. Their fixture against Sheffield Wednesday lasted just an hour before being called off due to a waterlogged pitch. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Elliott Jackson reacts to another Blackburn Rovers fixture being abandoned after their match with Sheffield Wednesday lasted just 60 minutes.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred return to discuss two late concessions by Blackburn Rovers. Points against Wrexham and Ipswich Town are welcome but should they have won both games? They discuss the squad mentality, refereeing decisions, Valerien Ismael's outburst and his choice of substitutions. There's plenty to unpack after two dramatic finishes. Sheffield Wednesday are next up at Ewood Park before they face Oxford United in midweek. How will they fare? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred breakdown an impressive 2-1 away win at Preston North End which makes it four wins out of five games. They deserved their three points at Deepdale. Lewis Miller, George Pratt and Ryoya Morishita come in for praise for their performances. Coming up, a home clash with Queens Park Rangers in midweek followed by a trip to Wrexham. With five of their next seven matches at Ewood Park, can Rovers address their home form? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £6 for six months or £26 until 2027.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his thoughts on a 2-1 away win at Deepdale.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred review the first 14 matches of the Championship campaign with 17 to come between now and January. With fresh injuries, it will be a real test of the squad. How will they cope and what does this mean for the January transfer window? Rovers play seven games in 22 days and the first of those is against Preston North End on Friday night. They preview the match and analyse where it could be won and lost. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £4 for four months or £31 for the year.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his verdict on a 2-1 home defeat to Derby County.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his verdict on a 1-0 win at Ashton Gate.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred analyse another memorable away trip to the King Power Stadium after a 2-0 win for Rovers at Leicester City. They break down the key moments, including a brace for Andri Gudjohnsen and a wonder save from Balazs Toth. Ryan recounts the atmosphere in the away end. Bristol City are up next on Tuesday night before Rovers host Derby County. It's a grudge match, their 150-year celebrations and their designated remembrance game. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £4 for four months or £31 for the year.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his snap verdict on a 2-0 win at the King Power Stadium.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred dissect a dramatic 2-1 win against Southampton which followed a 3-1 home reverse to Sheffield United. What were the main takeaways and what does it mean for Rovers? Who impressed and caught the eye? Could this be a turning point? All those questions are picked apart. Rovers face Leicester City on Saturday before a midweek trip to Bristol City. Those games are previewed and they debate what an acceptable return would be from two tough away games. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £4 for four months or £31 for the year.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his instant reaction to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Southampton.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his reaction to a 3-1 defeat to Sheffield United.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred break down the defeat at Coventry City. Positives for an hour but little reaction thereafter. A look at what that means and a big week ahead with two games at Ewood Park. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months or £31 for the year.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson gives his snap reaction to a 2-0 defeat at the CBS Arena.

Blackburn Rovers stopped the rot as they enter the international break following a 1-1 draw against Stoke City. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred analyse a better response from Rovers as they came from behind to draw. They're now off the mark at Ewood Park thanks to Augustus Kargbo's equaliser. They also reflect on the opening 8* games of the season. Do they agree with Valerien Ismael's stance that the table isn't a fair reflection? You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months or £31 for the year.

Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson provides instant reaction to a 1-1 draw at home to Stoke City.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred analyse the situation at Ewood Park after successive defeats have created a gloomy atmosphere at the club. They dissect the defeats to Charlton Athletic and Swansea whilst asking, how concerned should the fans be? The midweek reverse leaves Rovers chasing a first home win of the season against third-placed Stoke City on Saturday. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months or £31 for the year.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson provides instant reaction to a 2-1 home defeat against Swansea City.

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson provides instant reaction to a 3-0 defeat against Charlton Athletic.

Blackburn Rovers' were on course for back-to-back Championship wins before their match with Ipswich Town was abandoned. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred analyse the situation at Ewood Park after referee Stephen Martin called the game to a halt. The EFL are yet to make a formal announcement on the outcome at the time of writing. They debate what is fair and the likely verdict. Plus, a preview of Saturday's trip to Charlton Athletic. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is £5 for five months or £31 for the year.

Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred dissect the 1-0 victory at Watford and praise a standout display. New signings came to the fore, old heads proved their value and Rovers came away with a valuable three points. They also analyse some of the big talking points from BBC Radio Lancashire's interviews with Rudy Gestede and Valerien Ismael. Ipswich Town are up next on Saturday with Rovers looking for their first home win of the season. It will also mark the return of Sam Szmodics. You can find Arte et Labore in your podcast app. Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing here. You can also listen on the LT website by clicking the 'play' button above. Check out the latest subscription offer from The Lancashire Telegraph to ensure you never miss a Rovers article. The best offer is ££5 for five months or £31 for the year.

Elliott Jackson provides his instant reaction to Blackburn Rovers' 1-0 win at Watford.