Blackpool FC
- Blackpool FC have won seven, drawn four and lost six of their 17 League One home matches in 2025-2026, while Wigan have won just two of 17 on the road.
- Evatt’s side have won one, drawn two and lost two of their last five games, with the two most recent results split (2-2 away draw at Bolton Wanderers and 4-0 defeat at Lincoln City) and Ashley Fletcher (13 goals in 32 League One appearances) once again their most reliable attacking threat.
Wigan Athletic
- Both teams are level on 37 points in League One, with Blackpool FC (20th) having played 34 games and Wigan Athletic (19th) holding a game in hand; the Latics are in transition following the departure of Ryan Lowe.
- Gary Caldwell has replaced Lowe’s high-tempo, pressing game with a more measured approach at Wigan, one that should see the visitors play in a more compact and pragmatic style.
Head-to-Head
- Blackpool FC are unbeaten in the last three head-to-heads (W1, D2) and are expected to capitalize on Wigan’s recent away woes.
- Blackpool FC have conceded 25 times in 17 home matches, suggesting this has all the hallmarks of a high-scoring clash.
Key Players
Joe Taylor has been Wigan’s best player in recent weeks, scoring five of Wigan’s last six goals and totalling 10 goals in 27 League One appearances .
Betting Insights
- Wigan have won just two of 17 on the road.
- We’re going to favour Blackpool for the win at 2.21 because of Wigan’s woeful away record and their transition under Caldwell.
- Over 2.5 goals is available at 2.01 and BTTS - Yes is at 1.77, both of which seem probable given the respective defensive woes of both clubs.
Prediction
With both sides needing a lift in momentum and confidence, this could be a crucial fixture in their respective League One campaigns and one where both clubs will try to get on the front foot.
