Overview
- Ipswich drew 1-1 at Ewood Park after Sindre Walle Egeli struck in the 94th minute to cancel Andri Gudjohnsen’s 76th‑minute header.
- The original 20 September meeting was abandoned around the 79th minute with Blackburn 1-0 up against 10 men, before the EFL ordered a full replay citing precedent and competition integrity.
- Blackburn said they were extremely disappointed with the ruling, confirmed they will seek clarity from the league, and indicated they may consider an appeal.
- Manager Valerien Ismael condemned the officiating, highlighting Oliver Langford’s decision to book rather than dismiss Azor Matusiwa and alleging a pattern of costly errors against Rovers.
- Ismael’s comments raise the prospect of FA scrutiny under rules on bringing the game into disrepute, while the draw leaves Blackburn 18th and four points above the drop.