It's almost game time! On 22.08.2026, Stockport County is set to go against Blackpool in the England League One. Stockport County, with their impressive roster and tactical acumen, is the team to watch. Check out our extensive pre-game analysis, where we dive deep into both teams' strategies and player stats, providing tailored betting tips.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huddersfield | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3/0 | 3 |
| 2 | Stockport County | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3/1 | 3 |
| 3 | Bradford | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2/0 | 3 |
| 10 | Oxford United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2/2 | 1 |
| 11 | Blackpool | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
| 12 | Leicester | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
Key Player Statistics: Stockport County vs Blackpool
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Blackpool | Stockport County | 27.01.2026 | 1-2 |
| League One | Stockport County | Blackpool | 11.10.2025 | 1-0 |
| League One | Stockport County | Blackpool | 01.03.2025 | 2-1 |
| League One | Blackpool | Stockport County | 17.08.2024 | 0-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Plymouth | Stockport County | 15.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| League Cup | Stockport County | Doncaster | 08.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stockport County | Preston | 01.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Oldham | Stockport County | 28.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Stockport County | Bristol City | 17.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| League One | Bolton | Stockport County | 24.05.2026 | 4-1 |
| League One | Stockport County | Stevenage | 13.05.2026 | 2-0 |
| League One | Stevenage | Stockport County | 09.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| League One | Barnsley | Stockport County | 02.05.2026 | 1-3 |
| League One | Stockport County | Port Vale | 28.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| League One | Blackpool | Wycombe | 15.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| League Cup | Grimsby | Blackpool | 08.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Blackpool | Port Vale | 01.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Barrow | Blackpool | 25.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Tranmere | Blackpool | 18.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | AFC Fylde | Blackpool | 11.07.2026 | 2-3 |
| League One | Reading | Blackpool | 02.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| League One | Blackpool | Leyton Orient | 25.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| League One | Wycombe | Blackpool | 18.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| League One | Blackpool | Peterborough | 11.04.2026 | 3-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Stockport County VS Blackpool
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Stockport County vs Blackpool
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Stockport County vs Blackpool
Edgeley Park is ready to rock. Stockport County host Blackpool in a League One clash that already feels like a statement game, and I genuinely can't wait for this one.
Stockport come into this on the back of a superb opening-day win. They beat Plymouth 3-1 away from home, which is exactly the kind of result that tells you a team means business. They sit second in the early table, and that momentum is real.
Blackpool, meanwhile, drew 1-1 with Wycombe at home on the opening weekend. Not a disaster, but not a result that screams "promotion contenders" either. They travel to Edgeley Park sitting eleventh, already playing catch-up.
Here's what you need to watch for — the head-to-head record between these two sides is absolutely brutal for Blackpool. Stockport have won three of the last four meetings in this fixture, including a stunning 3-0 away win at Bloomfield Road back in August 2024. They also won both league encounters last season. This isn't just recent form. This is a genuine psychological edge.
Don't be fooled by any narrative suggesting Blackpool are quietly dangerous. Their preseason was rough. They lost to Port Vale and two non-league clubs in friendlies. That's not ideal preparation for visiting one of League One's most in-form sides.
The key battle here is Oliver Norwood pulling the strings in midfield. He registered 11 assists last season in 43 matches. He controls the tempo, and Blackpool will struggle to cope if he's allowed space. Eleven yellow cards do flag a disciplinary concern though. Watch him closely in any contested midfield battles.
Up front, Kyle Wootton is the man. Nineteen goals in 48 games last season makes him one of the most reliable strikers at this level. Blackpool's F. Horsfall and J. Husband — two of their most carded players — will have their hands full. Husband has two red cards in just 21 matches. That's a ticking clock in a physical fixture like this.
Here's a surprising insight worth noting for betting purposes — every single head-to-head meeting between these clubs has produced a winner. Zero draws across four meetings. The 3.85 on offer for a draw looks generous for that reason alone, but I'd be actively fading it.
The 1.65 on Stockport to win is fair value given the home advantage, dominant head-to-head record, and their flying start to the season. For those looking at a more rewarding market, Stockport to win and both teams to score carries genuine appeal. Four of the last five H2H games featured goals at both ends.
My bold prediction? Wootton grabs a goal before the hour mark, Norwood picks up a yellow card in a feisty midfield contest, and Stockport win 2-1 in a game that's more competitive than the odds suggest.
Stockport are building something special at Edgeley Park. Saturday is the perfect chance to prove it. Be there for it — one way or another.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. O'Connell | Republic of Ireland | 31 | Defender | 185 | 80 |
| O. Norwood | Northern Ireland | 35 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| B. Osborn | England | 32 | Midfielder | 176 | 75 |
| R. Rydel | England | 25 | Defender | 181 | 75 |
| K. Wootton | England | 29 | Attacker | 188 | 78 |
| T. Edun | England | 28 | Midfielder | 172 | 63 |
| J. Diamond | England | 26 | Midfielder | 175 | 61 |
| O. Moxon | England | 28 | Midfielder | 186 | 70 |
| L. Ashby-Hammond | England | 25 | Goalkeeper | 191 | n/a |
| L. Fiorini | Scotland | 24 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| L. Bate | England | 23 | Midfielder | 174 | n/a |
| Kyron Silveria Gordon | England | 24 | Defender | 184 | n/a |
| H. Wood | England | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| O. Dodgson | England | 23 | Defender | 178 | n/a |
| M. Mothersille | England | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. Glover | England | 25 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Pye | England | 23 | Defender | 183 | n/a |
| B. Andrésson | Iceland | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Oliver Whatmuff | England | 18 | Goalkeeper | 185 | n/a |
| J. Adigun | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Hamilton | Republic of Ireland | 31 | Attacker | 185 | 74 |
| H. Coulson | England | 28 | Midfielder | 177 | 70 |
| N. Ennis | England | 27 | Attacker | 180 | 76 |
| B. Peacock-Farrell | Northern Ireland | 29 | Goalkeeper | 193 | 73 |
| J. Williams | England | 26 | Defender | 179 | 75 |
| A. Morgan | England | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | 68 |
| G. Honeyman | England | 31 | Midfielder | 173 cm | 72 kg |
| I. Niskanen | Finland | 28 | Defender | 177 | 78 |
| A. Lyons | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Defender | 178 | 78 |
| J. Bowler | England | 27 | Midfielder | 184 | 69 |
| L. Clarkson | England | 24 | Midfielder | 175 | 62 |
| J. Brown | England | 25 | Midfielder | 181 | 70 |
| O. Casey | England | 25 | Defender | 188 | 80 |
| Z. Ashworth | Wales | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| K. Kouassi | England | 23 | Attacker | 175 | n/a |
| Karoy Anderson | Jamaica | 21 | Midfielder | 180 | 78 |
| Theo Upton | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Billy Whaite | England | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Brier | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a | |
| O. Hunter | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Stockport County vs Blackpool match odds
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