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:
19. Ian Harte
Ian Harte made 64 appearances for the Republic of Ireland between 1996 and 2007, and had a very brief spell with Blackpool a year on from his last international outing. Photo: Ian Walton
20. Ben Burgess
Former Blackpool striker Ben Burgess featured for the Republic of Ireland at various age groups as a youngster. Photo: Jamie McDonald
21. Wes Hoolahan
Wes Hoolahan was a popular figure during his time at Bloomfield Road between 2006 and 2008, after initially joining the club on loan. For the Republic of Ireland, the attacking midfielder made 43 appearances. Photo: Charles McQuillan
22. Nigel Worthington
Nigel Worthington has been a player and a manager for both Blackpool and Northern Ireland. Photo: Julian Finney