Damien Johnson, Blackburn’s caretaker coach, expressed his joy after leading the team to a 1-0 victory against Sheffield Wednesday following the departure of Valerien Ismael. Eiran Cashin scored his first goal for the Rovers in this match.
This win allowed Blackburn to escape the relegation zone on goal difference, moving above West Brom. Johnson shared his thoughts with BBC Radio Lancashire, stating, “We all recognized the significance of this match for us tonight.”
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“The last 24 hours have been challenging. Our aim was clear: we needed that win. It didn’t matter how we achieved it, just that we got it done.”
“Although it wasn’t always pretty, I can’t commend the players enough; they were outstanding.”
“It’s great when defenders contribute goals, and we’re thrilled with that. Since joining the club, Cash has been exceptional.”
“We had some promising moments with a few crosses and shots, so converting that chance was crucial, particularly since we know how vital the first goal can be.”