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The Blackpool squad celebrate at Kenilworth Road.

18 photos of Blackpool booking their place at Wembley at expense of Luton Town on this day in 2017 - featuring current Birmingham City and Preston North End figures

ON THIS DAY IN 2017 (May 18): Blackpool booked their place in the League Two play-off final after drawing 3-3 with Luton Town at Kenilworth Road.

The Seasiders already had the advantage heading into the second tie of the semi-final clash, after securing a 3-2 victory over the Hatters on the Fylde Coast.

Nathan Delfouneso and Armand Gnanduillet were both on target in Bedfordshire, before the outcome of the contest was decided by Stuart Moore in the 95th minute.

In the final at Wembley, Mark Cullen and Brad Potts were both on the scoresheet, as Blackpool claimed a 2-1 victory over Exeter City to earn promotion to League One.

Here’s the best photos of the second leg win away to Luton:

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