Ian Evatt’s side head into the fixture looking to bounce back from last Saturday’s 4-0 defeat away to in-form Lincoln City as they enter a crucial part of the campaign.
Michael Ihiekwe is set to return to contention, after missing the Seasiders’ last three outings. Beyond that, a number of players still remain absent, but a couple more could be back in action this month.
Wigan currently sit above Blackpool on goal difference in the League One table, as both clubs look to put some daylight between themselves and the bottom four.
Here’s our predicted Seasiders starting XI and bench:
13. SUB: Zac Ashworth
Zac Ashworth could drop down to the bench after featuring in the back three in the last few weeks. Photo: Gareth Evans
14. SUB: Jordan Brown
Jordan Brown is among the summer signings who have struggled to find consistency this season. Photo: Gareth Evans
15. SUB: Josh Bowler
Josh Bowler was given his first start in a month against Lincoln. Photo: Gareth Evans
16. SUB: Joel Randall
Joel Randall made his return from injury off the bench last week. Photo: Gareth Evans
17. SUB: CJ Hamilton
CJ Hamilton has dropped down to the bench in recent weeks. Photo: Gareth Evans
18. SUB: Tom Bloxham
Tom Bloxham has been converted into a striker this season. Photo: Gareth Evans