Ashley Fletcher has enjoyed an outstanding season so far for Blackpool.

Ashley Fletcher bagged his 15th goal of the season for Blackpool on Sunday afternoon.

The striker was on target in the second half for what ultimately turned out to be a consolation in a 2-1 defeat to Bradford City.

Despite the result not going the Seasiders’ way, it was another afternoon where the 30-year-old was on hand with a standout moment for his side.

Fletcher joined Blackpool back in 2024 following a spell with Watford, where his struggles had continued out on loan with the likes of Wigan Athletic and Sheffield Wednesday.

At first, things seemed to be following a similar path in Tangerine, before finding his feet under Steve Bruce.

Since the appointment of Ian Evatt back in October, the forward’s performances have gone up another level, with 12 of his goals in all competitions this term coming under the current head coach.

This has seen him beat his former season-best of 13, that came during his time with Middlesbrough.

“I can’t speak highly enough of him,” Evatt stated.

“Firstly as a man, he’s a brilliant guy - really humble. He’s really hard working and great with the other players.

“He understands the game technically. Tactically I can tell him what he needs to do, and he does it. Other players may need more re-enforcement, but he just gets it.

“This is a two way street, Fletch has been great for us, but we’ve been great for Fletch as well. We’re giving him goal-scoring opportunities and getting him in the right areas. The team is functioning to give him chances.

“This team is creating a lot from open play, it’s great for a centre forward in red hot form.

“Football is always a two way street, and I hope that relationship continues.”

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