The Seasiders dropped points under Steve Bruce for the first time on Tuesday night, as they drew 1-1 with Lincoln City at Bloomfield Road after a stoppage time equaliser cancelled out Kyle Joseph’s earlier goal.
Nonetheless, the club are still unbeaten in their five League One outings under their new head coach, which also follows two games without a defeat during Richard Keogh’s interim spell in charge.
Blackpool were handed another injury blow in their midweek game, with Hayden Coulson forced off in the first half. After being in some discomfort, the fullback has attempted to train ahead of this weekend’s fixture.
Meanwhile, Bruce’s side are still without Dom Ballard through a shoulder problem, despite his selection for England U20s’ upcoming games.
Here’s our predicted XI and bench to take on Mansfield Town:
19. SUB: Jake Beesley
Like Rhodes, Jake Beesley couldn't really influence things up front when given his chance alongside Kyle Joseph in attack. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker