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:
7. Adrian Forbes
Adrian Forbes joined the Seasiders from Swansea City in 2006, and spent two seasons at Bloomfield Road. The 47-year-old recently worked as both sporting director and head coach of Texoma FC in Texas, before departing the club earlier this year. Photo: Gary M. Prior
8. Claus Bech Jorgensen
Faroe Islands international Claus Bech Jorgensen was with the Seasiders between 2006 and 2009, with his retirement coming shortly after his departure. The 50-year-old is now a youth team coach at Fortuna Hjørring in Denmark. Photo: Pete Norton
9. Keith Southern
Keith Southern won two promotions and made 370 appearances during his decade in Tangerine, and his now an U18s coach with Everton. Photo: Lewis Storey
10. Wes Hoolahan
Wes Hoolahan was initially on loan with Blackpool from Livingston before making the move to Bloomfield Road permanent. He later went on to experience Premier League football with Norwich. The 42-year-old last featured for Doncaster City in the Central Midlands Alliance League. Photo: Pete Norton
11. Keigan Parker
In 165 games for Blackpool, Keigan Parker found the back of the net 41. The 43-year-old has recently been back on the Fylde Coast as Squires Gate's assistant coach. Photo: Julian Finney
12. Andy Morrell
Andy Morrell scored 25 goals and provided 10 assists in 91 appearances for Blackpool. During his playing career, the striker also represented the likes of Coventry City and Wrexham - and currently does media work covering the latter. Photo: Gary M. Prior