Player ratings: Our marks out of 10 after Blackpool's League Cup win against QPR
Mark Howard - 6
A bystander in the first half but was given more work to do in the second period, without ever having to make a serious save.
Michael Nottingham - 8
Staked his claim for a regular starting spot with a powerful, commanding display at right back.
Ben Heneghan - 8
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Hide AdWon all his headers at the back against the imposing Matt Smith and provided the flick on for Blackpool’s opener.
Curtis Tilt - 8
A bit over confident on the ball at times, but otherwise flawless yet again. Went close to scoring early on.
Marc Bola - 7
Much improved display from the left back, who showed plenty of attacking intent. Needs to know when to stay back though.
Jay Spearing - 8
Bossed the midfield with an all-action display. Made sure of the win at the death with his third of the season.
Callum Guy - 7
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Hide AdQPR struggled to deal with the midfielder, hacking him down on a number of occasions and was fortunate not to pick up an injury.
Jordan Thompson - 7
Brings quality to Blackpool in the number 10 role. Went close early on with a fizzed effort that flew just wide.
Ryan McLaughlin - 8
Gave Blackpool plenty of natural width down the right-hand side. Direct and provided plenty of searching crosses.
Joe Dodoo - 7
Needed a big performance to get himself back in the frame and he delivered. A constant threat down the left.
Armand Gnanduillet - 7
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Hide AdLed the line well, won his fair share of headers and lashed home from close range for his second goal of the season.
Subs usedOllie Turton - 6
For Guy, 77
Brought on to sure up the midfield but also filled in at right back when Michael Nottingham went forwards.
Nathan Delfouneso - 6
For Gnanduillet, 83
Helped Blackpool wind the clock down in the dying stages before Jay Spearing made sure of the win.
John O’Sullivan - 6
For McLaughlin, 85
Allowed McLaughlin to get a breather and a well deserved ovation as Blackpool held on for the win.
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Hide AdSubs not used: Christoffer Mafoumbi, Paudie O’Connor, Liam Feeney, Mark Cullen
QPR: Ingram, Hall, Cousins, Scowen (Goss), Baptiste, Smith, Chair (Smyth), Osayi-Samuel (Oteh), Wszolek, Kakay, HamalainenSubs not used: Brzozowski, Owens, Dalling, Omar
Referee: Tim RobinsonAttendance: 1,910 (496 QPR)
Next match: Peterborough United (away, Saturday, September 29, 3pm, SkyBet League One)