Sammie Szmodics scores twice as Blackburn book Carabao Cup second-round spot

SSHHH: Sammie Szmodics scored twice as Blackburn booked their Carabao Cup second-round place with a comprehensive 6-1 victory over Stockport. Pic: Mike Egerton/PA Wire

Sammie Szmodics scored twice as Blackburn booked their Carabao Cup second-round place with a comprehensive 6-1 victory over Stockport.

The Republic of Ireland international's double, Andreas Weimann's strike and Yuki Ohashi's header put Championship side Rovers in control as Makhtar Gueye and Jack Vale netted after half-time, while youngster Nathan Mapengu netted a consolation for League One County.