Blackpool predicted XI to face Derby County in the Carabao Cup - gallery

Blackpool will be looking to progress into the next round of the cup

Published 8th Aug 2023, 12:00 BST

Blackpool are in Carabao Cup action this evening away at Derby County. The Tangerines make the trip to Pride Park on the back of their 2-0 home win over Burton Albion over the weekend, whilst their opponents were beaten by Wigan Athletic 2-1.

Neil Critchley’s side made a solid start to the new season against the Brewers after two goals by attacker Shayne Lavery. They have the chance to make some changes to their side against the Rams to freshen things up and give some players minutes.

Here is a look at how Blackpool could line-up against Paul Warne’s men....

The summer recruit from Rochdale could make his competitive debut.

1. Richard O’Donnell

The summer recruit from Rochdale could make his competitive debut.

He was left on the bench against Burton.

2. Andy Lyons

He was left on the bench against Burton.

The 27-year-old joined the club back in 2020.

3. Marvin Ekpiteta

The 27-year-old joined the club back in 2020.

He came on for Matthew Pennington last time out.

4. Oliver Casey

He came on for Matthew Pennington last time out.

The left-back was an unused substitute against the Brewers.

5. Dominic Thompson

The left-back was an unused substitute against the Brewers.

He has made five caps for Australia so far in his career.

6. Kenny Dougall

He has made five caps for Australia so far in his career.

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