Live updates from Blackpool's Central League Cup clash against Accrington Stanley

Blackpool’s development squad return to action today as they take on Accrington Stanley in the Central League Cup.
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Stephen Dobbie has once again named a strong side with a number of first-team players handed minutes.

Deadline day recruit Callum Wright is among those to start, alongside trialist Grant Ward.

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Blackpool v Accrington Stanley - Central League Cup

Key Events

  • FT: Blackpool 1-0 Accrington
  • Stephen Dobbie’s side in Central League Cup action
  • Deadline day signing Callum Wright starts

Stuart Moore makes an important stop to deny Calvin Harper’s header.

Stanley have been the better side this half.

A solid 70 minutes for Callum Wright ends with the midfielder being replaced by Donovoan Lescott.

71 - GOAL BLACKPOOL! (1-0)

Brad Holmes finally breaks the deadlock with a smart finish across the keeper.

Owen Moffat fires narrowly over from the angle.

He then pulls up holding his hamstring, with all outfield subs being used...

Moffat can’t continue.

The Seasiders will end the game with 10 men as all outfield subs have been used.

Almost a second for Blackpool as Zak Emmerson is fed by Alex Lankshearfollowing a drive run from left back.

Emmerson does everything right with his shot but the Accy keeper tips it wide. But again the referee awards a goal kick.

Stanley go close to a late equaliser as they fire just over from 12 yards.

Stuart Moore makes a superb stop to tip a late shot wide of the upright.

FT: Blackpool 1-0 Accrington

Brad Holmes’ well-taken finish gives Stephen Dobbie’s side the victory.

Some important minutes under the belts of three or four first-teamers and good to also get a glimpse of Callum Wright, Owen Moffat and Zak Emmerson.