Blackburn secured their spot in the Sky Bet Championship for another season, thanks to a pair of goals from Japanese players Yuki Ohashi and Ryoya Morishita, as they defeated Sheffield United 3-1. The visitors dominated the first half, with Ohashi scoring twice and Morishita adding another, to take a commanding 3-0 lead into the break. Despite a stronger second-half performance from the Blades, who pulled one back through Harrison Burrows, Blackburn's defense held firm to ensure their safety.
The win lifts Blackburn eight points clear of the relegation zone with two games remaining for their rivals. Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder made four substitutions at halftime in an attempt to spark his team, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit. Blackburn's Michael O'Neill praised his team's performance, saying it was a 'really good performance' and that he was 'delighted for the players, delighted for the club.'