Blackpool vs Bolton Wanderers - League One
Fixture Preview - 30 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
As Blackpool prepares to host Bolton Wanderers at Bloomfield Road on Saturday, the matchup presents an intriguing contrast in form. Blackpool has struggled recently, recording just one win in their last five matches, while Bolton has shown resilience with three draws in the same period. Historically, Blackpool has dominated this fixture, winning seven of the last ten encounters, which could provide them with a psychological edge. One key angle to consider is Blackpool's home advantage. Despite their recent form, they have typically performed well at Bloomfield Road, where they are familiar with the pitch and conditions. Additionally, both teams have demonstrated a tendency to score, with seven of their last ten meetings featuring both teams finding the net. This suggests that while Blackpool may be under pressure to secure a win, Bolton’s ability to frustrate opponents could lead to a tightly contested match. Fans should expect an engaging encounter with potential for goals, especially given the historical trend of high-scoring games between these two sides.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |  Mansfield Town | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 20 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 21 |  Reading | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 29, 2025 | Blackpool | 2–1 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| November 23, 2024 | Bolton Wanderers | 2–1 | Blackpool | League One |
| February 24, 2024 | Blackpool | 4–1 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| November 11, 2023 | Bolton Wanderers | 1–0 | Blackpool | League One |
| February 25, 2020 | Blackpool | 2–1 | Bolton Wanderers | League One |
| October 7, 2019 | Bolton Wanderers | 0–0 | Blackpool | League One |
| August 9, 2016 | Blackpool | 4–2 | Bolton Wanderers | Carabao Cup |
| April 4, 2015 | Bolton Wanderers | 1–1 | Blackpool | Championship |
| November 22, 2014 | Blackpool | 1–1 | Bolton Wanderers | Championship |
| March 25, 2014 | Bolton Wanderers | 1–0 | Blackpool | Championship |