‘Enough is enough’ – Blackburn fan groups urge ‘divisive figures’ to stay away from Ewood Park

‘Enough is enough’ – Blackburn fan groups urge ‘divisive figures’ to stay away from Ewood Park in a statement issued.

A number of fan groups have requested that the CEO, Steve Waggott, the COO and owner’s representative, Suhail Pasha, and the head of football operations really just said, do not addend the remaining fixtures this season.

In a statement, they say a coalition of individual Blackburn Rovers supporters and fan groups, including BRFC Action Group, EWMC, Kidder Street Noise, The Rovers, ReadRovers, New York Rovers, and All Rovers are calling for unity among all those connected with the club to create a positive atmosphere as the team enters a critical phase of the season.

They add that it is vital that all efforts are focused on supporting the players and backroom staff at this crucial time by fostering a positive environment at Ewood Park.

The club currently sit 9th in the Championship table with 52 points from 38 games played, 5 points from the playoff places.

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— Kidder Street Noise (@KidderStNoise) March 28, 2025

Enough is enough#rovers ⚽️⚪️🔵🌹 #venkysout pic.twitter.com/M6D0Cg0Y8w

— Jack Walker Stand (@jackwalkerstand) March 28, 2025

FANS’ STATEMENT:

A coalition of individual Blackburn Rovers supporters and fan groups have today released a statement calling for Steve Waggott, Suhail Pasha and Rudy Gestede to not attend games at Ewood Park until the end of the season in the interests of fan harmony.

Rovers fan, Ant Payne said: “there is a real feeling now within a significant part of the fan base that change has to happen. Change in the club at both boardroom and ownership level. Events in January have led to this real supporter unrest with the culmination in John Eustace leaving being the final straw for many. The atmosphere at Ewood for the Cardiff game was the worst I have seen for many years. Yukis equaliser was met with almost apathy. Where is the pride in our club now? The whole town used to be proud of our club. Even in the old 3rd division, we had no money but at least we had a boardroom and owners who cared. Not anymore, the soul of Blackburn Rovers is being destroyed. Don’t let them. Do something, please. Enough is Enough.

We’ve brought together an inclusive working group, made up of some groups and but also equally split with supporters who don’t affiliate to any group.”

A coalition of individual Blackburn Rovers supporters and fan groups including; BRFC Action Group, EWMC, Kidder Street Noise, The Rovers, ReadRovers, New York Rovers, and All Rovers, are calling for unity among all those connected with the club to create a positive atmosphere as the team enters a critical phase of the season.

It is vital that all efforts are focused on supporting the players and backroom staff at this crucial time by fostering a positive environment at Ewood Park. The team needs the full backing of the supporters, especially when off-the-field matters have caused understandable frustration among the fanbase.

With this in mind, we respectfully request that CEO Steve Waggott, COO and owners’ representative Suhail Pasha, and Head of Football Operations Rudy Gestede do not attend the remaining fixtures this season. We believe their presence has become a source of division for many supporters, and their absence could help foster a more unified and focused atmosphere. Our request is made with the best interests of the club in mind, as unity is essential for success in these decisive weeks.

Supporters’ frustrations have grown due to concerns over the management of playing assets, declining matchday attendances, and reports of executive pay increases during a period of serious uncertainty for the club.

The Rao family are not keeping their pledge to “respect the Jack Walker legacy” which the wider football community understands. As a result of this there is a growing sentiment that Jack Walker’s legacy is slowly being eroded resulting in an increasing desire for new ownership.

This appeal is not personal, it is a call for solidarity and a shared commitment to our ultimate goal: securing promotion to the Premier League.

We remain fully committed to Blackburn Rovers and will continue working alongside supporters old and new, to ensure a brighter future for the club, one built on the values of our greatest supporter, Jack Walker.

CLUB STATEMENT:

Blackburn Rovers acknowledge the statement issued this morning by members of the fanbase and welcome their collective call for unity during the closing stages of the campaign.

As we enter the final eight Championship fixtures of the season, our focus must remain on supporting the team in what could be a decisive period for the club.

With the prize of a place in the play-offs and a chance for promotion to the Premier League at stake, unity and a positive atmosphere at matches will be crucial in helping the players and coaching staff achieve success on the pitch.

We also want to reaffirm our commitment to open discussions with supporters. Rovers’ CEO, Steve Waggott, along with other senior executives, have held regular meetings with individual supporters and fan groups throughout the season to share updates on club matters and engage in meaningful two-way dialogue.

These sessions have provided a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, address any concerns and consider fan perspectives as part of the club’s ongoing decision-making process.

We understand the importance of open communication and will continue to engage with fans as we work towards the long-term success and stability of the club.

‘Enough is enough’ – Blackburn fan groups urge ‘divisive figures’ to stay away from Ewood Park, here’s how Twitter users reacted…

@TwooterHead: Owners who don’t have a clue what the club is about, thousands of miles away. Directors who are only self motivated to line their own pockets and has 0% of the clubs interests at heart. Many fanbases across the country have been through this and know our dire frustrations

@LeeSharps316: This is what happens when the @EFL just allow anyone to own a football club.

@Andy_Rob: Enough was enough a long time ago. 135 years of town pride. 15 years of chaos and disrespect.

@Tom32156Phil: Finally turning target on the right people, two of them at least who oversee the continuous circus behind the scenes whilst filling their own pockets. This summer is make or break for Rovers as a Championship club.

@BavarianRovers:
Solidarity….
not staying away.
Proper Media exposure…
No Pitch invasion.
Clear and well directed Message…
No toxic atmosphere
👏👏 That’s how it should be done.
Love it! 💙🤍🌹 #Rovers

@Dom_Hop: Well done to all the #Rovers fans groups involved in this statement – unity is key & working together, in a purely positive way, has resulted in maximum exposure, shows the fans in a positive light yet embarrasses the hell out of the @Rovers owners & so called leadership team 👏🏼

@AdamSc077: Time for change, it’s needed, Venkys don’t care and can’t fund us clubs in decline #VenkysOut. #EnoughIsEnough #Rovers

@SufferingRover: I full back this. But let’s be honest here, no amount of supporters cheering will get us into the playoffs. Manager is insanely out of his depth here and half the players know they won’t be here next year either way. Playoffs died when Eustace left.

@JoshBoswell: You’re no longer welcome @pashasapps @RudyGestede. Please let Steve know. I would hate to see full scale protests come back because you wouldn’t take the recommendation.

@readrovers:
15 years of decline; Enough is Enough. 👇
#VenkysOut 🐔❌
#Rovers 🌹🔵⚪