How Blackpool's opening day record compares to QPR, Derby, and Bristol City

It’s been a long wait, but Blackpool’s 2021/22 Championship campaign is finally set to get underway this weekend.

By Jason Jones

Published 5th Aug 2021, 14:07 BST

Updated 5th Aug 2021, 14:08 BST

EFL match ball. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Neil Critchley’s men come up against Bristol City on Saturday afternoon, and will be aiming to get their survival hopes off to a positive start with a win.

Last season, the Seasiders were beaten 1-0 by Plymouth Argyle in the opening match of their League One campaign, but how are they likely to get on this time around?

The boffins have been flicking back through the history books to see how every Championship club have fared on their 10 most recent opening day outings, and we’ve compiled a league table showcasing the results.

Won: 0
Drawn: 4
Lost: 6
Goal Difference: -8
Points: 4

(Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images) — Won: 0 Drawn: 4 Lost: 6 Goal Difference: -8 Points: 4 (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Will it be a positive return to action in the second tier for Critchley’s side, or will it be disappointment at the first hurdle?

Click and scroll through the pages below to read our countdown of all the standings...