Luke Southwood is poised to feature for Blackpool for the first time, stepping in for the unavailable Bailey Peacock-Farrell. The new goalkeeper's introduction is part of a quartet of anticipated alterations as the team welcomes Wigan Athletic to Bloomfield Road for an EFL Trophy group fixture.
Blackpool enter this contest positioned in the middle of the League One table, having suffered a defeat to Plymouth Argyle in their previous match. That result has led to considerations about team selection, with head coach Neil Critchley likely to make changes.
Peacock-Farrell, Dion Charles and Karoy Anderson are all with their national teams, representing Northern Ireland and Jamaica. This creates opportunities for other squad members.
"Andy Lyons could be among those to pick up some minutes," the defender stated. Lyons has been working on his condition following a health incident at the start of the campaign.
In the defensive line, Olly Casey continues to be important, while Zac Ashworth might be considered for a role in a three-man defence. Josh Bowler, who has impressed recently, is expected to keep his spot in the side.
This game begins a run of three group stage matches at home this month, with subsequent games against Crewe Alexandra and Aston Villa's youth team.
Following this, Blackpool's next league game is an away fixture against Notts County. Details regarding the traveling party for that match can be found on the squad page.
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