The Seasiders got the 2026/27 campaign underway with a 3-1 victory over Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup last Saturday.
Niall Ennis’ early opener gave the Fylde Coast outfit the advantage in the tie, with Josh Bowler and Kylian Kouassi ensuring the win with second half goals either side of one from Harvey Rodgers.
Bailey Peacock-Farrell was chiefly responsible for getting Ian Evatt’s side through with a number of impressive saves, before being beaten in stoppage time.
Attention turns to the league this weekend, but injuries continue to be a topic of concern at Bloomfield Road.
While Ilmari Niskanen has been added to the list of absentees due to the shoulder issue he suffered at Blundell Park, several players should be better equipped after getting minutes off the bench.
Here’s our predicted XI and bench to take on Wycombe:

7. Karoy Anderson
Karoy Anderson could prove to be Blackpool's most important signing of the summer in the long-term. Photo: Gareth Evans

8. George Honeyman
George Honeyman could be ready to return to the starting XI after featuring off the bench at Blundell Park. Photo: Gareth Evans

9. Hayden Coulson
Hayden Coulson has been converted into a midfielder over the past month, but could return to wing-back for this one. Photo: Gareth Evans

10. Niall Ennis
Niall Ennis bagged his first goal of the season after just three minutes against Grimsby. Photo: Gareth Evans

11. CJ Hamilton
CJ Hamilton could start up front again while others are eased back into action. Photo: Gareth Evans

12. SUB: Luke Southwood
Luke Southwood has been added to the Blackpool ranks this week. Photo: Blackpool FC

