The Tangerines head into the game fresh off the back of their league opener against Bristol City, that saw them snatch a last minute equaliser to spark wild scenes of jubilation in the away end at Ashton Gate.
Speaking after the game, Blackpool boss Neil Critchley saluted the loyal Seasiders who made the 431 mile round-trip to support their side, and said: “They were absolutely fantastic. When I heard there were going to be over 1,000 here during the week, it was very humbling.
“When we were getting off the bus, they were all there and the positive vibes you get from them gives you such a good feeling.
“I’m delighted that we gave them a goal to celebrate because they travelled a long way and for a lot of them it’s the first time they’ve been back in a ground for a long time.”
He continued: “It was a great atmosphere, fantastic stadium, good support and they’re with us all the time. They never shut up.
“They were spurring us on right until the end and when you look over and see them celebrating and what it means to them at the end, it’s great. There’s no better feeling than giving your supporters moments like that.”
Critchley also discussed the fixture pile-up awaited his side, and contended: “It’s a bit crazy really when you start the season, you have all these games and then you have a break. It doesn’t make sense why you play every midweek at the start of pre-season.”
We’ve gathered the best of today’s transfer speculation below…
1. Rovers move for Khadra
Blackburn Rovers look set to bring in Brighton and Hove Albion winger Reda Khadra in on loan. The 20-year-old, who began his career on the books at Borussia Dortmund, is likely to leave the Seagulls this summer to gain valuable first-team experience. (The 72) Photo: Gareth Copley
2. Ex-Boro man join Gillingham
Former Middlesbrough winger Mustapha Carayol has joined Gillingham on a free transfer. The winger, who has also played for Nottingham Forest, was last on the books of Turkish side Adana Demirspor, who released him last year. (BBC Sport) Photo: Daniel L Smith
3. Former Potter could join Lazio
Lazio have been named firm favourites to sign Liverpool's £15m-rated winger Xherdan Shaqiri. The ex-Stoke City sensation is set to move on from Anfield before the window closes, after spending three years at the club. (SkyBet) Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV
4. Rams keen on Grosicki
Derby County have been linked with a move for ex-West Brom and Hull City winger Kamil Grosicki. The 33-year-old free agent, who has racked up 83 caps for Poland, was released by the Baggies at the end of last season. (Football Insider) Photo: Shaun Botterill
5. Morrell seals Portsmouth move
Ipswich have been tipped to make a late move for Luton Town midfielder Joe Morrell, and could beat Portsmouth to land the Wales international. He put himself in the shop window with some lively showings for his country in Euro 2020. (The News) Photo: Valerio Pennicino
6. Huddlestone could make Tigers return
Hull City could be set to bring back veteran midfielder Tom Huddlestone, who is currently a free agent. The 34-year-old, who has also featured for the likes of Spurs and Derby County, picked up four caps during a brief international career with England. (Yorkshire Post) Photo: Justin Setterfield