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Blackpool centre-half hopes today’s game at AFC Wimbledon can kickstart a run of positive results.

Blackpool defender Olly Casey thinks today’s match at AFC Wimbledon as an opportunity for them to climb the League One table.

The match between the teams sitting 18th and 19th is one of only five third-tier matches taking place amid the international break.

A win for the Seasiders would see them leapfrog their hosts as Wimbledon are without a victory in their last 10 league and cup matches.

Casey said: “We’ve got to see it as a good chance for us to go above them and start putting a run together.

“We know it’s not going to be an easy game, it’s a tough place to go but we’re really looking forward to it.”

Blackpool’s injury problems, especially at the back, have left Casey as the only out-and-out recognised central defender in the absence of Fraser Horsfall, Michael Ihiekwe and Josh Earl.

However, with the number of absentees now starting to ease, Casey believes that will lead to improved results.

He said: “At the minute, I’m just trying to keep myself fit and make sure I’m available for every game I can be.

“Over the last couple of years, a lot of key people have been injured but I think you’ve just got to look after yourself, make sure you’re fit and available to play.

“We’ve been waiting to get everyone back together and I think we’ve seen in stages last year, even at the start of this year, when we’ve had everyone together we do put in some good performances and good results.”

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Blackpool’s progress in the FA Cup and Jersey Mike’s Trophy also means Ian Evatt’s squad face a busy end to the calendar year.

The draw at Sheffield Wednesday on November 1 began a run of 13 league and cup games before 2026 comes to a close.

“Everyone knows between this period and Christmas is absolute carnage really,” Casey added.

“For us, it can be a good thing. If we go on a good run, put some results together, then it creates a bit of momentum for us.

“With the amount of games coming up, if we get a few good results then you can’t wait for the next game; just keep getting points on the board and you see in this league, as soon as you put a few wins together you move up very quickly.”