Who could Blackpool face in the next round of the Checkatrade Trophy?

Blackpool will discover their next Checkatrade Trophy opponents on Friday when the draw for the last 16 is made.
Scott Quigley scores the winning penalty against Mansfield last nightScott Quigley scores the winning penalty against Mansfield last night
Scott Quigley scores the winning penalty against Mansfield last night

To Gary Bowyer's delight, the Seasiders moved to within three wins of a return to Wembley with Wednesday night's penalty shootout win against Mansfield Town.

The next round will continue to be regionalised.

Blackpool's potential opponents are as follows:

- Fleetwood Town

- Lincoln City

- Leicester City U21

- Oldham Athletic

- Bury

- Shrewsbury Town

- Rochdale

Leicester are the only under-21 side left in the northern section after they defeated Scunthorpe United on Tuesday.

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The Foxes have attracted criticism for fielding six first-team players and five over-age players, which is allowed under the competition’s rules.

The team, containing several internationals, was worth around £45million.

The round three draw will be broadcast live by TalkSport at 12.30pm on Friday, with the ties due to take place in the week commencing Monday, January 8.