Burton Albion will take on Blackpool on Saturday, 15 November, as part of a reduced set of League One fixtures due to the international break.
Both teams are currently closer to the relegation zone than they are to the top six, and although there is still plenty of time left to put things right, they will both want to get away from the drop zone sooner rather than later.
As part of this week's round of League One betting tips, check out our Burton Albion vs Blackpool prediction below.
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Burton Albion vs Blackpool prediction: The hosts to scrape the win
Key Stats
- Burton Albion have picked up four more points than Blackpool so far this season.
- Blackpool have the worst away record in League One, picking up just three points from their first seven matches on the road this season.
- Both teams have scored in five of Blackpool's last six matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Burton Albion 2-1 Blackpool
Both of these teams are evenly matched all over the pitch, but Blackpool's awful form away from home gives Burton Albion the edge on Saturday. The Tangerines won't just roll over, though, and are usually good for a goal.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Too close to call
- HOME: 11/8 (2.38) – 42.1%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 15/8 (2.88) – 34.8%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Burton Albion vs Blackpool odds tell you everything you need to know about how close this match is expected to be. Ladbrokes have given Burton Albion a 42.1% chance of winning the match, while Blackpool have been given a 34.8% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Blackpool
Although we're backing Burton Albion to win on Saturday, it's Blackpool that have the better record in this fixture in recent years. The Tangerines are unbeaten across their last four meetings with Burton Albion, winning three and drawing one.
England League 1 08/02/25
Burton Albion
Blackpool
England League 1 28/09/24
Blackpool
Burton Albion
England EFL Cup 13/08/24
Burton Albion
Blackpool
England EFL Trophy 10/01/24
Blackpool
Burton Albion
England League 1 26/12/23
Burton Albion
Blackpool
Burton Albion preview: Six absentees
Gary Bowyer has plenty of cause for a headache ahead of Saturday as he is set to be without six first-team players for the match. Finn Delap, Terence Vancooten, Jack Hazlehurst, Dylan Williams, JJ McKiernan and Toby Sibbick are all out due to a combination of injuries, suspensions and international duty.
Predicted lineup: Collins (GK), Godwin-Malife, Moon, Hartridge, Lofthouse, Chauke, Evans, Webster, Armer, Shade, Beesley
Last five results
- Burton 1-3 Crewe
- Bradford City 1-2 Burton
- Rotherham 2-2 Burton
- Burton 6-0 St Albans
- AFC Wimbledon 0-1 Burton
Blackpool preview: Evatt has his own worries
Blackpool also have their fair share of absentees for this match, which should make for an interesting encounter. Ian Evatt will be without Dale Taylor, Albie Morgan, Niall Ennis and Danny Imray, with all four men in the treatment room with long-term problems. Meanwhile, Bailey Peackock-Farrell is on international duty with Northern Ireland
Predicted lineup: Ravizzoli (GK), Ihiekwe, Horsfall, Casey, Hamilton, Brown, Honeyman, Coulson, Bowler, Bloxham, Fletcher
Last five results
- Tranmere 2-1 Blackpool
- Blackpool 3-1 Cardiff
- Blackpool 1-0 Scunthorpe
- Peterborough 1-2 Blackpool
- Blackpool 1-1 Wycombe
Player to watch: Jake Beesley
Jake Beesley is set to line up for Burton against his former club this weekend, and he would love nothing more than to find the back of the net against the Tangerines. The 28-year-old has scored four goals in 15 League One appearances this season.