Keeper blunders hand Sheff Wed relegation lifeline

Rovers after scoring a goal in the game. The match between Sheffield Wednesday and Blackburn Rovers saw Marvin Johnson score the second goal for Sheffield Wednesday, bringing them into the lead with a score of 2-1 against Blackburn Rovers.

Sheffield Wednesday achieved a much-needed victory that pushes them out of the bottom three of the Championship for the first time since the beginning of the season, thanks to two very strange mistakes made by Blackburn's goalkeeper, Aynsley Pears.

The Rovers goalkeeper made a mistake that resulted in Josh Windass scoring the first goal for the opposing team. Then, after Sammie Szmodics tied the game and Marvin Johnson put the visitors ahead again, Pears accidently kicked the ball into his own net, making things even harder for his team.

Wednesday's victory, which they achieved only twice in their last eight games, was witnessed by over 7,000 passionate supporters at Ewood Park. As a result, they have advanced one point beyond the relegation zone.

The loss resulted in Blackburn needing to acquire four points in their last two games to ensure their safety. Despite this, Szmodics managed to score a goal which made him share the title of highest scorer, alongside Erling Haaland, in all four major divisions this season, with a total of 31 goals in all competitions.

On Wednesday, it was clear that a victory was necessary in order to have a chance of avoiding relegation. The team had only won once in their last seven matches, but Danny Rohl had managed to improve the team since becoming the manager in October.

Their beginning was fantastic thanks to Blackburn's poor defense, especially Pears, who made a mistake just six minutes into the game.

The goalkeeper quickly ran out of his position to clear the ball with his head, but he made a poor decision by passing it to defender Dominic Hyam. Unfortunately, his attempt to clear the ball was blocked by Anthony Musaba, and then Windass intelligently took advantage of the situation to score a spectacular goal by lofting the ball into the empty net from a distance of 40 yards.

In just three minutes, the lead was lost when Szmodics scored yet another goal in what has been an incredible season for him. He was able to get past the Wednesday keeper, James Beadle, after Callum Brittain sent a great first-time volleyed pass for him to run onto before he finished with precision.

Windass and Liam Palmer failed to capitalize on opportunities to take the lead, but Wednesday appeared to be facing a challenge as defender Michael Ihiekwe and his substitute, Bambo Diaby, both suffered injuries and had to leave the game.

In the second half of the match, the Owls scored two goals in just six minutes, taking control of the game. Meanwhile, Blackburn appeared to be sluggish and unfocused under the sunny Lancashire sky.

Will Vaulks executed two aggressive tackles at the midfield, setting off a rapid counterattack. Musaba made a swift low cross to the far post where Johnson struck the ball back across Pears, scoring and putting the team back in the lead.

On this occasion, Rovers did not react and Pears' dreadful mistake secured the points.

At the start, there didn't seem to be any danger when Hyam passed the ball to his goalkeeper. However, Pears made a very powerful swing and ended up hitting the ball incorrectly. This caused the ball to go up into the air and then bounce and spin back towards the goal. Pears tried his best to run back and stop it from going in but unfortunately, he couldn't prevent it and the ball ended up in the goal.

Szmodics missed a great opportunity to score, as his shot went over the bar. Despite this, Wednesday had the chance to increase their lead through Musaba and Vaulks, but goalkeeper Pears prevented them from scoring.

During an interview with BBC Radio Lancashire, the head coach of Blackburn, John Eustace, expressed his thoughts.

During the initial 45 minutes, we were fully engaged in the match and managed to recover from conceding an early goal. Our team demonstrated immense courage and resilience."

The way the goals were scored in the second half was not satisfactory. We carelessly gave up possession of the ball in the midfield, failed to quickly react to their advances, and as a result, we were penalized.

We don't have much control over the third goal, unfortunately. It was an error, and it's hard to accept, but we have an amazing opportunity next week and we still have control of the situation. It's crucial that we recover swiftly.

Aynsley committed an error, however, it is crucial that he concentrates on our collective efforts. We are a tightly knit squad, and everyone is aware that errors happen as part of the sport.

The game is over, with Blackburn Rovers losing to Sheffield Wednesday by a score of 1 to 3.

The latter part of the game has come to a conclusion, with Blackburn Rovers scoring one goal while Sheffield Wednesday secured three points.

The ball is in the corner near the goal of Blackburn Rovers. Will Vaulks made a mistake and allowed the other team an opportunity to score.

John Buckley (Blackburn Rovers) has committed a foul.

Djeidi Gassama, who plays for Sheffield Wednesday, was awarded a free kick in the area of the field closest to the opposing team's goal.

The referee has signaled a foul of offside against Blackburn Rovers as Andrew Moran was in an unauthorized position and in violation of the rules.

The shot from John Buckley (Blackburn Rovers) has been prevented. His right footed attempt taken from beyond the penalty area was stopped. Dilan Markanday aided in the effort to score but it was unsuccessful.

Sam Gallagher (Blackburn Rovers) committed a foul.

Djeidi Gassama from Sheffield Wednesday has secured a free kick position on the left side of the field.

The referee presented Will Vaulks (Sheffield Wednesday) with a yellow card after committing a severe foul.

In the defensive half, John Buckley from Blackburn Rovers has been granted a free kick.

Will Vaulks (Sheffield Wednesday) committed a violation.

The shot taken by Will Vaulks from Sheffield Wednesday has been blocked! He shot the ball with his right foot from a distance away from the box but unfortunately the goalkeeper managed to stop it from entering the bottom right corner of the net.

Dominic Hyam (Blackburn Rovers) receives a caution from the referee for committing a reckless foul.

Dominic Hyam from Blackburn Rovers committed a foul.

Djeidi Gassama (Sheffield Wednesday) earns a set piece in the offensive zone.

During the game between Blackburn Rovers and their opponents, John Buckley was able to secure a chance for a free kick in their own half of the pitch.

Djeidi Gassama (Sheffield Wednesday) committed a foul.

When playing for Blackburn Rovers, Callum Brittain earned a set piece opportunity by being fouled on the side of the field where the opposing team's goal is located.

Djeidi Gassama from Sheffield Wednesday committed a foul.