Blackpool beat Stockport 2-1 in League One

Blackpool secured a 2-1 victory over Stockport County in a League One fixture on 22 August 2026, earning three points and maintaining their push for promotion.

24 Aug 2026

Updated 25 Aug 2026 By Mike Lacey · senior correspondent

Match Overview

Blackpool beat Stockport County 2-1 in a League One match on Saturday 22 August 2026. The match was played at Blackpool’s home ground, with a full attendance of fans eager to see their side start the season strongly.

Key Moments

The game opened with a quick goal for Stockport, giving the visitors an early advantage. Blackpool responded in the second half, with two well-timed strikes that turned the match in their favour. The final whistle saw the home side celebrate a hard-earned win, keeping their promotion hopes alive.

Aftermath

The result leaves Blackpool with a positive start to the campaign, while Stockport will look to regroup after the defeat. Both teams will return to training to prepare for their next fixtures in the league.