Arte et Labore

Stoke draw, points deductions, permutations and Rovers' fight for survival

Blackburn Rovers' gap to the bottom three was cut from six points to four despite a point at Stoke City. Michael O'Neill's side remain five games unbeaten but results elsewhere mean a draw in the Potteries has seen their safety blanket cut down. Is it a point gained or two dropped at the weekend? Rovers are gearing up for a very difficult week, away at Southampton and at home to Coventry City. Can they cause more upsets against the big boys or will it be too much for a depleted squad? Plus an overall view of the relegation battle with Leicester City now four points adrift and West Brom facing a potential points deduction. 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 (£4.99 P/M thereafter) or £31 for 12 months.

Rovers Debrief: Stoke City 1-1 Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers reporter Elliott Jackson reacts to the 1-1 draw at Stoke City and what it means for the survival race

Easter triumph as Rovers edge closer to safety

Blackburn Rovers had a fantastic Easter weekend and are now edging closer to Championship safety. Elliott Jackson and Ryan Hildred reflect on four points in the latest episode of Arte et Labore. A deserved win over Birmingham City was followed up by a useful draw against West Brom. Michael O'Neill gets the credit he deserves for this turnaround after 15 points from 10 games. Rovers have become harder to beat, even if the top end of the pitch is still an issue. With the teams around them failing to win, victory at Stoke City would all but confirm their Championship status for another season. They look at the trip to the Potteries as well as the fixture congestion coming up after the game against Southampton was rearranged. 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 (£4.99 P/M thereafter) or £31 for 12 months.

Rovers Debrief: Blackburn Rovers 0-0 West Brom

Blackburn Rovers Reporter Elliott Jackson breaks down a 0-0 draw with the Baggies.

Rovers Debrief: Birmingham City 0-1 Blackburn Rovers

Rovers reporter Elliott Jackson reacts to an important three points at Birmingham City