The battle for the top six has heated up in the last few weeks, with just two points separating fifth place Barnsley and the Seasiders in eighth. Lincoln City and Oxford United sit in between the two, and are both one point better off than Neil Critchley’s side, along with superior goal differences.
Following last week’s 3-2 victory over the Tykes, Blackpool have won their last four games, and are unbeaten in their last five, but will need to continue that run at the Select Car Leasing Stadium if they want to extend their campaign.
Here’s our predicted starting XI and bench to take on Reading:
7. CM: George Byers
George Byers has been a great addition to the Seasiders' midfield since his Deadline Day loan move earlier this year. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
8. CM: Sonny Carey
Since his return to the starting XI in the Good Friday game against Derby, Sonny Carey has truly found his form with a number of good performances. The midfielder opened the scoring in last week's victory over Barnsley. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
9. LWB: Hayden Coulson
Hayden Coulson produced a fantastic finish against Barnsley last week, as he continued to impress while on loan from Middlesbrough. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
10. CAM: Karamoko Dembele
Karamoko Dembele picked up three prizes in the Seasiders' end of season awards after a successful loan spell at Bloomfield Road. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
11. ST: Jake Beesley
Jake Beesley produced a commanding display up front against Barnsley. The striker is Blackpool's second top scorer behind Jordan Rhodes. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
12. ST: Shayne Lavery
Shayne Lavery is producing bright moments, but it's just his finishing that continues to let him down. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker