League One action on September 26th sees Notts County host Blackpool in a clash with contrasting early season narratives. The Magpies, still smarting from an opening day defeat, will be desperate to kickstart their campaign after conceding three goals in their sole outing. With a 0% win rate and just two goals scored, manager Luke Williams will be demanding a more resilient performance from his side at Meadow Lane.
Blackpool, meanwhile, arrive with confidence, boasting two wins from their first three fixtures and an impressive six goals already. Their 67% win rate highlights their strong start, though a recent defeat shows they are not invincible. Historically, this fixture has seen swings, with Notts County securing a narrow 1-0 win in their last encounter, contrasting sharply with a prior 4-0 thrashing by the Tangerines. The bookmakers are calling this a tight affair, with a 35% chance of a home win and an identical probability for a draw, setting the stage for a compelling encounter. Watch for Blackpool’s attacking prowess against Notts County’s bid for defensive solidity.
21. H. Griffiths, 44. M. Baker, 3. R. McDonald, 23. L. Browne, 10. R. Longelo-Mbule, 18. M. Palmer, 11. C. Grant, 26. I. Samuels-Smith, 7. C. Roberts, 17. Q. Kouhyar, 19. L. Smyth
23. L. Southwood, 21. I. Niskanen, 2. A. Lyons, 32. J. Earl, 3. Z. Ashworth, 6. J. Brown, 29. T. Upton, 7. L. Clarkson, 26. F. Munroe, 14. T. Bloxham, 12. J. Yates