Decisive figure dominates both boxes to lift Blackburn Rovers against Sheffield Wednesday | OneFootball

Eiran Cashin struck in the 12th minute with a close-range finish to give Blackburn Rovers a 1-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday at Ewood Park.

He reacted quickest to the second ball from a corner, meeting it on his left and firing into the roof of the net (12.).

From there, the Ireland defender imposed himself aerially, repeatedly heading away deliveries as the Owls pushed for a response and keeping Blackburn's back line organised under pressure.

He finished with 12 aerial duels won, seven clearances and 15 possessions won, a dominant mix that underlined control in both penalty areas.

Because Blackburn won 57.9% of the aerial duels overall and restricted the Owls to just two attempts, Cashin's positioning and timing ensured the key phases stayed in his team's favour.

Blackburn visit Norwich City next. The Owls travel to Swansea City.