Blackpool face managerless Charlton Athletic at Bloomfield Road in a Sky Bet League One clash.
Former Seasiders boss Michael Appleton was relieved of his duties just 30 minutes after losing to Northampton Town on Tuesday night. The defeat left the Addicks in 16th in the league standings and had their winless run was extended to 13 matches in all competitions. Former Middlesbrough defender Curtis Fleming has been appointed as interim manager and will be assisted by Jason Pearce.
In the corresponding fixture the two sides played to a 2-2 draw at The Valley. Jordan Rhodes and Karamoko Dembele gave Neil Critchley's side a 2-0 lead but goals from Alfie May and Corey Blackett-Taylor meant that the spoils were shared. The last time Blackpool won against Charlton at home was in December 2018.
Neil Critchley has called this week a 'free week' as for the first time in ages, they have been given a one game week. The busy period of Christmas and then the FA Cup meant that the fixture schedule was relentless, but at least this week they've been able to focus on just the one game at the weekend. Blackpool do have an EFL Trophy quarter-final against Bolton Wanderers to think about on Tuesday (January 30) however.
The injury situation hasn't changed too much for Blackpool and thankfully there were no concerns after the 2-1 win against Bristol Rovers. As for Charlton, they've got a list of several long-term absentees however two are closing in on a return. Here is the latest injury and team news ahead of the EFL League One clash.
7. Miles Leaburn - out
Been out since the end of November with a hamstring injury. Underwent surgery in December and is expected to miss up to five months. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: AFP via Getty Images
8. Terry Taylor - out
Been out since September with an ankle injury. A return is in sight however, and he could be back in first-team action in February. | Getty Images
9. Terry Taylor - out (continued)
Michael Appleton said on December 28: “There’s a chance that we might see the likes of Conor and Terry before the end of January. Photo: Nathan Stirk
10. Conor McGrandles - out
Been out since the start of December. He's been dealing with muscle strain. Was pencilled in to play on Tuesday for their under-21s. | Tom Dulat/Getty Images)
11. Panutche Camara - out
A serious hamstring injury has had Camara out since the end of October. He is said to be making positive strides in his recovery. | Getty Images
12. Chuks Aneke - out
Another player out with a serious hamstring injury, having suffered the problem in October. He's another making positive progress. | Getty Images