Shaun Barker and Wes Hoolahan were both on target in a 2-1 win at Boundary Park, as the Seasiders put themselves in the driving seat after the first leg of the semi-final tie.
The two teams met again six days later, with Simon Grayson’s side getting the job, overcoming the Latics 3-1 at Bloomfield Road.
Blackpool would go on to enjoy success at Wembley, beating Yeovil Town 2-0 in the final to earn their place in the Championship.
Here’s a closer look at where the 2007 promotion-winning squad are now:
1. Simon Grayson
Simon Grayson was in the dugout for Blackpool - in what was his first job as head coach. The 56-year-old has gone on to hold a range of managerial roles both in the EFL and Asia, with his most recent position being an assistant with the Indonesian national side. Photo: Ed Sykes
2. Paul Rachubka
Paul Rachubka was with Blackpool between 2007 and 2011. He finished his football career with Kerala Blasters in the Indian Super League in 2018 and now works as an accountant. Photo: CARL DE SOUZA
3. Shaun Barker
Shaun Barker was with the Seasiders between 2006 and 2009, before leaving for Derby County. The 43-year-old now does media work for Rams TV, as well as working as a coach with Burton Albion's youngsters. Photo: Matthew Lewis
4. Mike Jackson
Mike Jackson represented Blackpool 82 times between 2006 and 2008, and has moved into coaching since his retirement. The 52-year-old is currently in interim charge of Burnley for a second time, and will remain in position with the Clarets until the end of the season following Scott Parker's departure. Photo: Stu Forster
5. Ian Evatt
Ian Evatt made 254 appearances during his playing career for the Seasiders, winning two promotions, and returned to Bloomfield Road as head coach back in October. Photo: Gareth Evans
6. Robbie Williams
Robbie Williams was on loan with the Seasiders from Barnsley back in 2007. The defender called time on his playing career back in 2019, hanging up his boots with Limerick, after a number of years in the League of Ireland with various clubs. Photo: Julian Finney