Stockport County vs Blackpool is a League One clash at Edgeley Park on Saturday at 3pm, with the hosts strong favourites after an impressive opening-day win.
Stockport began with an emphatic away victory while Blackpool drew, and the market heavily backs the hosts. Andy Francis has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Andy is with Stockport, who look the real deal and are formidable at Edgeley Park.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Stockport County to win and under 2.5 goals | 3/1 | Stockport head into this on the back of a 3-1 opening-day win at Plymouth and have won the last four meetings with Blackpool, including a 2-1 away success at Bloomfield Road, underlining a clear psychological edge. They also finished 17 points and ten places above Blackpool last season, pointing to a genuine quality gap. Manager Jimmy McNulty has no fresh injury concerns and can name a settled XI, while Blackpool are still bedding in personnel after an injury-enforced change and a new loan arrival short of match sharpness. Crucially, the Under 2.5 line has gone uncovered in 8 of Blackpool’s last 10 matches, supporting a low-scoring home win rather than an open game. |
| Kyle Wootton to score anytime and Jack Diamond over 0.5 shots on target | 13/4 | Wootton is in career-best form, having rattled in 18 League One goals last season at 0.53 per 90 (12th-best in the division) with a 94th-percentile shot conversion rate, and he continued that run by scoring in the opening-day win at Plymouth. Diamond, meanwhile, was directly involved in both goals at Plymouth (one goal, one assist) from just 70 minutes, and his underlying output — rated strongly for goals, assists and match rating among League One attacking midfielders — suggests he’s getting into regular shooting positions. With Stockport expected to dominate territory against a Blackpool side still finding their feet, both to deliver on their individual markets looks well-supported. |
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How Stockport County go into the game
Stockport made a statement on the opening day, winning 3-1 at Plymouth to underline their promotion credentials. Edgeley Park has become a real fortress and they will expect to keep the momentum going.
Well-drilled and dangerous going forward, Stockport are among the most complete sides in the division. Anything less than a home win would be a shock.
How Blackpool go into the game
Blackpool opened with a 1-1 home draw against Wycombe, a steady if unspectacular start. They face a significant step up in intensity at Edgeley Park.
The Seasiders have the players to cause problems on the counter but will need to defend resolutely. Keeping the score down may be the realistic first aim.
Stockport County vs Blackpool head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27/01/26 | Blackpool | 1-2 | Stockport |
| 11/10/25 | Stockport | 1-0 | Blackpool |
| 01/03/25 | Stockport | 2-1 | Blackpool |
| 17/08/24 | Blackpool | 0-3 | Stockport |
Stockport have won all four of the recent meetings.
Stockport County vs Blackpool predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockport County to win | 1/2 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Promotion fancies, ruthless at home. |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1/3 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Stockport scored three in their opener. |
| Stockport or draw (Double Chance) | 1/6 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Banker-style cover on the hosts. |
| Stockport County -1 handicap | 5/6 | ⭐⭐ | Backed to win by two or more. |
| Stockport County to win 2-0 | 11/2 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Stockport County vs Blackpool score prediction
Blackpool will try to frustrate, but Stockport’s quality and home record should prove decisive. Expect the Hatters to control the game and win comfortably. Score prediction: Stockport County 2-0 Blackpool.
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