The first real chance of the game fell The Seasiders’ way in the 14th minute. A perfect first-time pass from Ashley Fletcher set CJ Hamilton away in space, with the winger seeing his eventual shot blocked behind.
After seeing one shot deflected towards safety, another gift came the 30-year-old’s way after the half hour mark, as he headed a ball from the right just wide of the target.
The Brewers’ best chance before the break came through some miscommunication between Franco Ravizzoli and Michael Ihiekwe, with a back pass from the defender almost beating the Argentine goalkeeper after a poor goal kick routine.
The breakthrough finally came just after the hour mark, as ex-Blackpool Jake Beesley flicked on a Kyran Lofthouse cross from the right to beat Ravizzoli and claim a goal on his first outing against his former club.
Jasper Moon came close to quickly doubling the lead for Gary Bowyer’s side, but saw a near-acrobatic effort go just wide of the back post.
In stoppage time, Brad Collins was on hand with two impressive saves to secure the three points for the Brewers. After initially tipping over an effort from Tom Bloxham, he did the exact same with a Zac Ashworth header from the resulting corner.
Here’s how the Seasiders performed:
7. Jordan Brown - 5
It was a sloppy afternoon for Jordan Brown on the ball, with a number of the midfielder's passes either going out or finding an opponent. Photo: Gareth Evans
8. Lee Evans - 6
Lee Evans came back into the league starting XI after missing last week's game through suspension, and did most of his good work off the ball. Photo: Gareth Evans
9. George Honeyman - 6
When available, George Honeyman does act as an engine in the Seasiders midfield. Photo: Gareth Evans
10. Zac Ashworth - 6
Zac Ashworth did well with his defensive duties down the left side. Photo: Gareth Evans
11. Ashley Fletcher - 5
Ashley Fletcher was able to lay off a good pass for CJ Hamilton's first chance of the afternoon, but was kept quiet in terms of attacking duties beyond that. Photo: Gareth Evans
