The Seasiders had fallen behind through goals from Eno Nto and Warren Burrell, before a Jordan Rhodes header and a Ryan Finnigan wonder strike pulled the visitors level in the latter stages of the second half.
With things finishing level after 90 minutes, the game went to penalties to decide who got a bonus point. with a 5-4 victory on spot kicks putting Steve Bruce’s side through top of Group E, ahead of Crewe Alexandra in second.
At one stage, it looked like it was going to be another night of woe for Blackpool, but they were able to turn it around, especially with the help of four substitutes on the hour mark:
Here’s how the Seasiders performed:
13. SUB: James Husband - 6
James Husband made his return from injury off the bench and put in a solid shift. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
14. SUB: Rob Apter- 7
Rob Apter was a real bright spark off the bench, and provided the assist for Rhodes' header. Photo: CameraSport - Stephanie Meek
15. SUB: CJ Hamilton
CJ Hamilton also provided an additional spark for the Seasiders. Photo: CameraSport - Stephanie Meek
16. SUB: Terry Bondo- 7
Terry Bondo looked good after coming off the bench, and had a good opportunity to score shortly after being introduced. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob