Promotion-chasing Sheffield United provide the opposition as Michael Appleton’s men go in search of a first win in eight games in front of the television cameras.
Here’s how the Seasiders are predicted to line up...
7. CM - Charlie Patino
The Arsenal loanee was back to his combative best against Hull after two below-par displays. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
8. CM - Sonny Carey
The midfielder should be brimming with confidence after his impressive display against Hull. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
9. RW - Ian Poveda
The loanee deserves another chance to start after being sacrificed early into the second-half on Boxing Day. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
10. LW - Jake Beesley
It might be a tall ask for the striker to start twice in three days, but he did well against Hull. A returning CJ Hamilton and Shayne Lavery are two alternatives. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
11. ST - Jerry Yates
The striker, who has already scored twice against Sheffield United this season, will be looking to get back among the goals after not scoring in seven. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
12. ST - Gary Madine
The striker will likely prove vital at both ends of the pitch, as he often is. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd