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Yak goes on the attack

Yakubu says luck has deserted Blackburn this season, but he's adamant the players will work hard to turn things around against Chelsea.

Kean rues dropped points

Blackburn boss Steve Kean feels his side deserved to beat Norwich on Saturday and is confident results will improve.

Lowe aiming for Olympics

Blackburn's new England hopeful Jason Lowe has his eyes on an Olympic call for the Great Britain side at the end of the season.

Dann set for Rovers return

Blackburn boss Steve Kean welcomes back defender Scott Dann for the trip to Carrow Road to face Norwich on Saturday.

Youngster makes Ewood commitment

Blackburn's England Under-21 international Jason Lowe has signed a new five-year deal with the club.

Defender doubt after Cup heroics

Steve Kean hailed "warrior" Gael Givet after the Blackburn defender's last-gasp extra-time winner against Newcastle in the Carling Cup.

Kean eyeing run to final

Steve Kean backed his Rovers squad to go all the way to Wembley after seeing off Newcastle in a dramatic Carling Cup fourth-round tie.

Kean - I do care about fans

Steve Kean says he does care about Blackburn fans despite saying he's not "paying attention to anyone staying behind" against Spurs.

Defender concern for Rovers

Michel Salgado remains a major doubt for Blackburn's Carling Cup clash at home to Spurs on Wednesday with a hamstring injury.

Rovers chief won't rest stars

Blackburn boss Steve Kean is planning to play a strong side in their Carling Cup fourth-round clash against Newcastle at Ewood Park.

Rovers ace sees positive results ahead

Morten Gamst Pedersen claims 'the ball will drop' for Blackburn soon if they keep emulating their display against Tottenham on Sunday.

Kean won't stop believing

Blackburn boss Steve Kean is confident he can turn things around at Ewood Park following the loss to Spurs on Sunday.

Injuries costing Rovers dear - Kean

Blackburn boss Steve Kean believes injuries are robbing his side of experience which is impacting on the performance of other players.

Kean brushes off protest talk

Steve Kean insists he is concentrating on kick-starting Blackburn's season despite the backdrop of another fans protest looming.

Rovers without Salgado for Spurs clash

Blackburn boss Steve Kean will be without defender Michel Salgado for the home clash with Spurs on Sunday.

Defender hoping for Ewood support

Blackburn captain Ryan Nelsen has urged the club's 'real' fans to get behind the team amid rumours of another supporter protest.

Premier League duo eye Spurs' Rose

Blackburn and Bolton are understood to be keen on taking Spurs' Danny Rose on loan in January and will watch him in action tonight.

No Slew loan bid for the Blades

Sheffield United boss Danny Wilson has no plans to try and take former striker Jordan Slew back to Bramall Lane on loan from Blackburn.

Olsson reveals Rovers target

Martin Olsson is completely focused on helping Blackburn move up the Premier League before thinking about Sweden's Euro 2012 campaign.

We have momentum - Lowe

Jason Lowe is looking forward to Blackburn's clash with Tottenham on Sunday, claiming the side will go into it full of confidence.

Dann dismisses drop fears

Scott Dann insists 'there is nothing to panic about' despite Blackburn suffering their worst start to the season since 1996/97.

Fans the key to Rovers success - Kean

Steve Kean claims that Blackburn will soon climb the table if the fans continue to unite behind him and the players as they did at QPR.

Rovers chief still hopeful over hitman

Steve Kean is adamant that striker Junior Hoilett will pledge his future to Blackburn Rovers, claiming he wants to sign a new deal.

Rovers name Jensen's replacement

Blackburn Rovers have strengthen their coaching ranks by bringing in Paul Clement as a coach to assist manager Steve Kean.

Kean facing selection concerns

Blackburn manager Steve Kean has a number of injury worries ahead of their trip to London to face QPR on Saturday.

Kean excited by defensive pairing

Blackburn boss Steve Kean believes Chris Samba and Scott Dann have the making of a very exciting central defensive partnership.

Kean keeps tabs on African hitman

Blackburn and Fulham are interested in Ajax striker Mounir El Hamdaoui, who has fallen out of favour in Amsterdam this season.

Rathbone makes Yak shape claim

Former Everton physio Mick Rathbone claims Blackburn striker Yakubu is 'in the shape of his life' following his return from injury.

Rovers have big plans for India - Kean

Steve Kean believes Blackburn's owners' plans to develop football in India is the start of a project which has huge potential.

Rovers secure 100k old boy windfall

Blackburn will reportedly pick up £100,000 after Phil Jones made his debut for England against Montenegro on Friday.

Rovers source makes striker claim

Blackburn are reportedly still very confident of tying down in-demand striker Junior Hoilett to a new contract extension at Ewood Park.

Leeds sweat over Howson future

Leeds are showing signs of concern that Blackburn Rovers target Jonny Howson has not yet signed the new deal they want him to.

Spurs eye up Hoilett swoop

Blackburn Rovers could be set to lose star forward Junior Hoilett in the new year with Tottenham reportedly lining up a cut price bid.

Rovers owners back Kean to come good

Blackburn have given a vote of confidence to manager Steve Kean and insist he is the right man to take the club forward.

Kean "brilliant", says Rao

Co-owner Balaji Rao has described Steve Kean as a "brilliant manager" and insists he can lead Blackburn to Europe.

Rovers win in Pune

Blackburn marked the first appearance by an English Premier League side in India with a 3-0 success over Pune FC.

Hendry not happy with Venky's

Former Blackburn defender Colin Hendry has admitted he is concerned about the direction the club is heading.

Dunn appeals to Rovers fans

David Dunn has urged Blackburn fans to lower their expectations for this season and insists the squad are right behind boss Steve Kean.

O'Neill tipped for Rovers job

Martin O'Neill has emerged as a surprise contender to replace the embattled Steve Kean at Blackburn Rovers.

Kean confident of keeping job

Blackburn manager Steve Kean has played down the significance of this week's chat with the club's owners and does not fear the sack.

Rovers boss determined to stay

Blackburn boss Steve Kean insists he will not quit or be put under pressure to resign despite the club's lowly position in the table.

Dunn concern at Rovers ructions

Blackburn midfielder David Dunn has expressed his disappointment at the way the fans vented their frustrations at the weekend.

Rovers owners set for showdown talks

Blackburn's owners are to have a "very big discussion" about the club's future this week amid reports boss Steve Kean could be sacked.

Rovers board behind me - Kean

Steve Kean believes Blackburn's owners will stick by him and remains confident that they will "turn it around together".

Midfielder set for Rovers trial

Doncaster have handed Blackburn midfielder Herold Goulon a week's trial with a view to signing the former France Under-21 star.

Rovers chief remains defiant

Steve Kean insists he 'will battle on' as Blackburn manager for his players despite a section of fans calling for his head on Saturday.

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