Stockport County welcome Blackpool to Edgeley Park on Saturday, 11 October, for a clash between two sides at opposite ends of the League One table.
With kick-off set for 3:00 PM, the hosts are riding a wave of attacking form and will be confident after winning both previous meetings with Blackpool. For Blackpool, this fixture presents a chance to halt a worrying slide and claim a statement result against a top-seven side.
Best Bets & Predictions
Based on Stockport’s superior firepower and Blackpool’s leaky defence, our top betting recommendations focus on a home victory and attacking markets. We’re particularly confident in Stockport County to win at home, given their strong goal output and head-to-head dominance.
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport County to Win | 7/10 @ Betfred (58.8%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Stockport have scored 17 in 11, unbeaten in 2 H2Hs, Blackpool lost 7/11. |
| Both Teams To Score – No | 19/20 @ Bet365 (51.3%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Blackpool have the league’s joint-second lowest goals (0.91/game); blanked in last H2H. |
Our approach: Start with Stockport County to win, add Wootton anytime scorer or Under 2.5 for accumulator potential.
Odds correct at the time of writing.
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Season Form & Standings
2025/26 season to date. Stockport County are flying high in 7th with just two defeats in 11, while Blackpool languish in 23rd after a string of losses. The gap between the two sides is stark: Stockport average 1.54 goals per game with a +3 goal difference, while Blackpool have netted just 10 and conceded 19.
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport County | 7 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 14 | +3 | 19 |
| Blackpool | 23 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 19 | -9 | 8 |
Potential Match-Winners
- Kyle Wootton (Stockport County): 5 goals in 11, 3 assists, 50% shot accuracy, averages over 3 shots per game and 3 penalty area touches per match. Directly involved in nearly half of Stockport’s goals.
- Oliver Norwood (Stockport County): Consistent threat, strong odds for first and anytime scorer, and benefits from Stockport’s high chance creation (22 big chances as a team).
- Albie Morgan (Blackpool): If Blackpool are to break through, Morgan’s creativity from midfield could be crucial, though he faces a stubborn Stockport back line.
Head-to-head
Last 5 Meetings
Stockport County have had Blackpool’s number recent encounters winning both of the last two meetings between the two clubs.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 01/03/25 | Stockport County 2-1 Blackpool | League One |
| 17/08/24 | Blackpool 0-3 Stockport County | League One |
| 12/04/05 | Stockport County 0-1 Blackpool | League One |
| 14/08/04 | Blackpool 0-4 Stockport County | League One |
| 27/03/04 | Blackpool 1-1 Stockport County | League One |
Conclusion
Stockport County arrive in form and full of attacking threat, while Blackpool are struggling at both ends and have yet to beat the Hatters in their recent meetings. Will Blackpool’s defence finally hold firm, or will Stockport’s front line deliver again? Our strongest selection remains Stockport County to win at 7/10 with Betfred (58.8%), with side value on Wootton to score.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.