Callum Connolly’s early strike was enough to give Michael Appleton three points on his first game back at Bloomfield Road.
But which players stood out? Find out with our player ratings...
7. Matty Virtue - 7/10
Got about the pitch well and helped the Seasiders press on the front foot. Brought off after beginning to tire. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
8. Sonny Carey - 6/10
Put in a shift, but fairly quiet and certainly not as influential going forward as he would have liked. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
9. MAN OF THE MATCH: Josh Bowler - 9/10
In imperious form down the right as he terrorised his marker. Unlucky not to score and defensively better too. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
10. Jerry Yates - 7/10
Did well considering he was out of position on the left, although he did concede some needless fouls. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
11. Gary Madine - 7/10
Held the ball up well and brought others into play. Had one chance where he headed straight at the keeper. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
12. SUB: Kenny Dougall - 6/10
For Virtue, 65
Brought some fresh legs to the midfield just as Pool were beginning to tire. Helped break up play. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth