Blackpool squad news V Leyton Orient: Six out of final home game of the season

Blackpool will be without several first-team players for their final home game of the 2025/26 campaign.

The Seasiders will be looking to mathematically confirm their League One status for next season when they take on Leyton Orient.

A recent strong run of form has more or less secured their survival in the third tier after a disappointing season on the whole.

Last weekend’s 1-0 victory away to Wycombe Wanderers leaves Ian Evatt’s side six points and five places clear of the final relegation spot, with just two games left to play.

Orient are among the teams below Blackpool but above the line after their own struggles this term.

There is of course no Michael Obafemi for the remainder of the campaign, with the striker’s loan spell being brought to an early conclusion due to injury, just like Kamarl Grant at the end of January.

Here’s the latest squad news:

Hayden Coulson

Hayden Coulson will miss this weekend’s game after being sent off for two bookable offences against Wycombe Wanderers last weekend.

Fraser Horsfall

After being sent off earlier this month against Peterborough United, Fraser Horsfall is currently serving a two-game suspension.

Michael Ihiekwe

Michael Ihiekwe was ruled out for the season earlier this month after undergoing surgery on the toe issue that has plagued him throughout the season.

Albie Morgan

Albie Morgan has long been ruled out for the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on an ankle injury in February.

George Honeyman

George Honeyman was forced off in the first half against Peterborough a fortnight ago due to a hamstring issue.

While a scan revealed the injury wasn’t as serious as first feared, Evatt has admitted the handbrake is on for the doubtful players due to the Seasiders’ being close to safety.

Josh Bowler

Josh Bowler is in the same boat as Honeyman, with caution set to be taken on the winger due to the hamstring injury he picked up at the end of last month.

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