Rak-Sakyi earns Stoke City a point against Blackburn Rovers | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers drew 1-1 in the Championship. Adam Forshaw put Blackburn ahead in the 21st minute with a right-footed strike from outside the box after Ryan Alebiosu's pass. Jesuran Rak-Sakyi levelled from close range after Million Manhoef's assist (56.), and Ashley Phillips later received a second yellow and was sent off (87.). Stoke City had 59.1% possession, controlling long spells after the restart. Stoke City visit Wrexham next, while Blackburn Rovers go to Southampton before hosting Coventry.

Player of the Match: Jesuran Rak-Sakyi was decisive for Stoke City, scoring the equaliser, taking two shots and making two key passes from 10 touches in the box.

Stat of the Match: Blackburn Rovers won 81.0% of tackles, a steel that helped them survive long periods without the ball.

Three Things We Learned: Adam Forshaw's opener came from range, with Blackburn attempting six of their 11 shots from outside the box. Stoke delivered 13 crosses and held 59.1% possession, funnelling pressure down the flanks. After the red card, Gavin Bazunu's two saves, including one in the third minute of second half stoppage time, preserved the draw.