Blackpool player ratings V Doncaster Rovers: 'Uncomfortable' and 'improvement needed' in final pre-season game
Blackpool took on Doncaster Rovers in their final pre-season outing.
Blackpool’s pre-season schedule ended with a 1-1 draw with Doncaster Rovers at the Eco-Power Stadium.
A calamitous own goal from Thimothee Lo-Tutala gave the Seasiders the lead in South Yorkshire during the first half, before Donny captain Owen Bailey levelled things after the break.
Due to a shortage of wingers, following injuries to both CJ Hamilton and Tom Bloxham in the past fortnight, Steve Bruce opted to start the game with a wing-back system - which saw Danny Imray and Hayden Coulson occupy the wide areas.
Here’s how the Seasiders performed:
Bailey Peacock-Farrell- 6
There wasn’t too much for Bailey Peacock-Farrell to do, but for the Donny goal he found himself in a difficult spot with little protection around.
Olly Casey- 6
A dodgy back pass from Olly Casey in the 15th minute almost created problems for Bailey Peacock-Farrell - who was just about able to avert the danger.
The defender was also part of the group that struggled defensively from the corner that gave Doncaster their equaliser.
Fraser Horsfall- 6
Fraser Horsfall was on hand with a strong tackle on Luke Molyneux in the first half, with the challenge leaving both the Seasiders defender and his opponent needing a moment to recover.
Michael Ihiekwe- 6
Like his defensive colleagues, Michael Ihiekwe didn’t look entirely comfortable in a back three at times.
Danny Imray- 6
There were some decent enough moments from Danny Imray, but an improvement was needed to his execution at certain times.
Jordan Brown- 7
Jordan Brown broke up play well for the Seasiders, and battled well for possession high up the field.
Lee Evans- 7
Lee Evans put a couple of good balls into the box, but mainly impressed with his work off the ball.
George Honeyman- 6
George Honeyman was given an opportunity to play in a more central role after filling in on the wings in recent weeks, but was quiet on the whole.
Hayden Coulson- 6
Like a number of players, things didn’t really click for Hayden Coulson at the Eco-Power Stadium.
Niall Ennis- 6
A couple of half chances came Niall Ennis’ way, but not enough for him to create anything substantial from.
Ashley Fletcher- 7
The Blackpool goal in the first half was certainly down to a disastrous error, but credit to Ashley Fletcher for producing the pressure to cause it.
Substitutes
James Husband- 7
James Husband was on hand with some important defensive contributions after being introduced.
Andy Lyons- 6
There weren’t too many standout moments for Andy Lyons after being introduced.
Zac Ashworth- 6
Same as Lyons for Zac Ashworth down the left side.
Further subs
Kylian Kouassi, Ryan Finnigan and Spencer Knight (all 6/10), Dan Sassi and Terry Bondo (Both N/A).
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