The Seasiders have welcomed a number of players to Bloomfield Road who have either played for the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland on the international stage.
Currently, the club currently has a few individuals who have represented their country to different extents.
There’s been a mixed bag of Irish players in Tangerine over the years, with some fondly remembered and others easily forgotten.
Here’s a closer look at some of the standout names:
7. Jordan Thompson
Stoke City midfielder Jordan Thompson made 67 appearances for Blackpool during his time at Bloomfield Road between 2018 and 2020. The 28-year-old has been a Northern Ireland international since 2018. Photo: Charles McQuillan
8. Eddie Nolan
Ex-Preston North End and Sheffield Wednesday defender Eddie Nolan made 10 appearances for Blackpool during the 2016/17 season. The 36-year-old, who ended his career with Waterford, played three times for the Republic of Ireland. Photo: Phil Cole
9. Kyle Vassell
Kyle Vassell, who was part of the Blackpool team that won promotion from League Two in 2017, made two appearances for Northern Ireland in 2018. Photo: ELVIS BARUKCIC
10. Martin Paterson
Martin Paterson represented Northern Ireland between 2007 and 2014, with his spell at Blackpool coming a year after his last international appearance. Photo: Bryn Lennon
11. Colin Doyle
Bradford City goalkeeper Colin Doyle was with Blackpool during the 2015/16 season, and has featured four times for the Republic of Ireland during his career. Photo: FRANCK FIFE
12. Darren O'Dea
Celtic coach Darren O'Dea featured 20 times during his time at Bloomfield Road, and represented the Republic of Ireland between 2009 and 2013. Photo: Tom Dulat