The Seasiders make the short trip to Mill Farm to take on National League North champions AFC Fylde on Saturday afternoon.
This will provide fans with their first chance to see new signings Dion Charles and Ilmari Niskanen in Tangerine following their moves at the end of last month.
Defensive pair Michael Ihiekwe and Fraser Horsfall are both likely to miss the start of the pre-season schedule, but are targeting a return to the grass in the next few weeks following their respective surgeries.
The next few weeks will be about getting minutes into the players, and trying out different combinations, but it could also reveal what Ian Evatt sees as his best options in some areas.
Here’s a look at the strongest XI and bench currently available to Blackpool for the trip to Fylde:
1. Bailey Peacock-Farrell
Bailey Peacock-Farrell was Blackpool's first choice goalkeeper throughout last season, and has signed a one-year extension to remain at Bloomfield Road. Photo: Gareth Evans
2. Andy Lyons
With Michael Ihiekwe and Fraser Horsfall both currently unavailable, Andy Lyons could slot into a potential back three - if that's the way Ian Evatt chooses to set up. Photo: Gareth Evans
3. Olly Casey
Olly Casey has been a strong defensive figure for Blackpool throughout the last few years. Photo: Gareth Evans
4. Zac Ashworth
Like Lyons, Zac Ashworth would feature in the strongest back three with the current list of absentees, and would play to the left of Casey. Photo: Gareth Evans
5. CJ Hamilton
CJ Hamilton enjoyed a strong end to last season and is the current best right wing-back option in the Seasiders squad. Photo: Gareth Evans
6. Jordan Brown
Jordan Brown made the defensive midfield role his own in the closing stages of the 2025/26 campaign. Photo: Gareth Evans