Ben Brereton Diaz’s clinically-taken first-half effort was the difference between the two sides in this all-Lancashire affair.
But in truth, the visitors ought to have won by more and Michael Appleton’s side can have few complaints with the end result.
Here’s how Pool’s players rated:
1. It was a night to forget for the Seasiders
Blackpool's players show their dejection at the full-time whistle Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
2. MAN OF THE MATCH: Dan Grimshaw - 8/10
Scoreline would have been a lot heavier if it wasn’t for two or three magnificent stops. Top, top keeper. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
3. Jordan Gabriel - 6/10
Started really brightly and with plenty of energy, but the goal seemed to knock the stuffing out of him. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
4. Marvin Ekpiteta - 5/10
Beaten for pace by Brereton Diaz for the goal and looked a little uncomfortable when pressurised on the ball. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. Rhys Williams - 5/10
Looked a little shaky all night long. Saying that, he could have rescued Blackpool a point at the death when he headed wide. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
6. Dom Thompson - 6/10
Similarly to Gabriel, started well but struggled after the goal. Looked to have been fouled for a pretty clear penalty. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth