The Seasiders have struggled with their form in recent times, and are currently on a six-game winless run in League One, with their most recent outing in the competition being last Saturday’s 3-0 defeat away to Leyton Orient.
Steve Bruce’s side showed a bit of fight in their midweek EFL Trophy tie against Harrogate Town, as they came from two-goals down to draw 2-2, before securing a bonus point penalties.
Plenty of improvement will still be required on Saturday afternoon when they welcome the Cobblers to the Fylde Coast.
Here’s our predicted XI and bench:
13. SUB: Zac Ashworth
Zac Ashworth started at centre back on Tuesday night against Harrogate. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
14. SUB: Jordan Gabriel
Jordan Gabriel was in the starting XI for the midweek game at the Exercise Stadium. Photo: CameraSport - Stephanie Meek
15. SUB: Ollie Norburn
Ollie Norburn is set to come back into contention for the Seasiders this weekend following a spell on the sidelines. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
16. SUB: Sonny Carey
Sonny Carey has started the Seasiders' last couple of league games, and scored a brace in the FA Cup tie against Gillingham at the beginning of the month. Photo: CameraSport - Stephanie Meek
17. SUB: Ashley Fletcher
Ashley Fletcher has endured a difficult start to life with Blackpool since making the move in the summer. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
18. SUB: Terry Bondo
Terry Bondo could be given a chance in the league following his recent appearances in the EFL Trophy. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob