Blackburn Rovers: October 2008 Archives

Roque Santa Cruz has been ruled out of action for two weeks after suffering a calf injury in the warm up against Aston Villa.

Paul Ince believes his side need to be more aggressive and focus on the unglamorous side of the game if they are to improve.

Blackburn are showing an interest in Tromso's highly-rated defender Tore Reginiussen, according to reports in Norway.

Blackburn number two Ray Mathias says Rovers paid the price for some sloppy defending as they lost 3-2 at Aston Villa.

Goals from Luke Young, Gareth Barry and Gabriel Agbonlahor secured Aston Villa a 3-2 win over Blackburn Rovers at Villa Park.

Benni McCarthy could start when Blackburn take on Aston Villa tonight but there are still doubts over Vince Grella.

Zurab Khizanishvili admits his future at Blackburn is in the balance as West Ham continue to be linked with a move.

Vince Grella looks set to miss Blackburn's trip to Aston Villa through injury but Chris Samba is in line to return to action.

Danny Simpson says he hopes to do enough during his time at Blackburn to convince Sir Alex Ferguson he has what it takes to succeed.

Paul Ince has paid tribute to Benni McCarthy and has backed him to rediscover his best form after his strike against Middlesbrough.

Blackburn are being linked with a swoop for Cameroon defender Eric Matoukou who could be available on a free transfer.

Substitute Benni McCarthy headed home in injury-time to rescue a point for Blackburn against Middlesbrough at Ewood Park.

Paul Ince is considering offering unwanted Liverpool midfielder Astrit Ajdarevic a chance to stay in the Premier League at Ewood Park.

Boss Paul Ince is sweating on the fitness of Roque Santa Cruz and Christopher Samba for the clash against Middlesbrough on Saturday.

Blackburn utility man Brett Emerton has urged Vince Grella to make the most of Blackburn's injury problems.

Paul Ince has told Premier League rivals Aston Villa they will not be able to afford to buy Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz.

Blackburn's Brett Emerton has backed fellow Australian Vince Grella to make a mark at Blackburn Rovers and become a fans' favourite.

Villa's Martin O'Neill is the latest manager to be linked with an interest in Blackburn's Paraguayan striker Roque Santa Cruz.

Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy says he is ready to fight for his future at the club and hopes to force his way back into the team.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has blasted reports suggesting Morten Gamst Pedersen' future at Ewood Park is in doubt.

Blackburn have blasted reports suggesting Roque Santa Cruz has an escape clause in his contract allowing him to leave Ewood Park.

The 139th Lancashire derby finished all square after both sides were left ruing missed chances, Bolton's Andy O'Brien going closest.

Blackburn striker Jason Roberts says he is hoping to keep up his good record against Bolton and heap further misery on Gary Megson.

Luckless Blackburn midfielder Steven Reid has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury, Paul Ince has confirmed.

Blackburn captain Ryan Nelsen has urged Roque Santa Cruz to stay at Ewood Park as speculation continues to link him with a move.

Defender Andre Ooijer could leave Blackburn in January with several Dutch clubs said to be interested in him.

Preston boss Alan Irvine has spoken of his desire to sign Blackburn defender Eddie Nolan on a permanent basis.

The agents of Roque Santa Cruz have blasted reports suggesting the striker wants to leave Blackburn for Manchester City.

Blackburn have snapped up England youth international Jason Banton after the striker severed his ties with Arsenal.

Roque Santa Cruz says he is happy at Blackburn but admits he would be interested in joining a club like Manchester City.

Blackburn are reported to be lining up a swoop for Liverpool youngster Nathan Eccleston but the Reds are reluctant to sell.

Paul Gallagher has cleared the way for a move to Plymouth after admitting his future at Blackburn is all but dead.

Blackburn Rovers defender Stephen Warnock has played down rumours there is a rift at the club, slamming critics of Paul Ince's regime.

Jason Roberts says he wants to commit his future to Blackburn by signing a contract extension at Ewood Park.

Blackburn defender Danny Simpson says joining Rovers on loan was the right move but hinted that his future still lay with Man Utd.

Blackburn Rovers chairman John Williams believes that the FA should introduce a salary cap for the Premier League.

Bolton have joined the clamour of Premier League clubs hoping to sign Blackburn outcast Aaron Mokoena, according to reports.

Carlos Villanueva has denied reports suggesting manager Paul Ince "annoyed" him and insists he is happy at Blackburn.

Blackburn new boy Carlos Villanueva has called boss Paul Ince 'annoying' and admits he is struggling to adapt to life in England.

Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz is waiting for the results of a scan on his hamstring but says he is not fit to play for Paraguay.

Bolton are being linked with a swoop for Blackburn's Aaron Mokoena, who could be on the move next summer.

Roque Santa Cruz has picked up a hamstring injury and Blackburn are now battling to stop him going on international duty.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince hopes striker Roque Santa Cruz doesn't have to travel to South America after picking up a hamstring injury.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has called on his players to make the most of their chances ahead of their match against Manchester United.

Jason Brown has urged Blackburn manager Paul Ince to stick with him for the glamour visit of champions Manchester United on Saturday.

Blackburn skipper Ryan Nelsen says he has been impressed with boss Paul Ince and is predicting a bright future at the club.

Blackburn have told West Ham to forget about making a move for Zurab Khizanishvili as the defender is not for sale.