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Blackpool vs Accrington St

Bloomfield Road (Blackpool, Lancashire)14 April 2017 at 15:00

Match Events

Blackpool
Accrington ST
Kick Off
Half Time
B. PottsJ. Flores
69′
B. Osayi-SamuelS. Odelusi
69′
K. VassellJ. Matt
82′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Blackpool is —, compared to 6.82 for Accrington ST. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Blackpool's highest-rated starter is —, while Accrington ST's best-rated player is S. Conneely (6.82).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Blackpool have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Accrington ST's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by S. Conneely (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Blackpool field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Accrington ST's 11 rated 6.82. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Blackpool and 72% for Accrington ST. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Blackpool's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Accrington ST. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Blackpool's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Accrington ST average 37.0 (youngest: S. Conneely (37), oldest: S. Conneely (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Blackpool's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 35 for Accrington ST. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

BlackpoolPosition StrengthAccrington ST
Avg Rating
6.82
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.82
0G 0A1G 0A
Blackpool
1MidfielderS. Slocombe
15MidfielderT. Aldred
5MidfielderC. Robertson
35MidfielderN. Danns
23MidfielderC. Daniel
28MidfielderJ. Payne
2MidfielderK. Mellor
8MidfielderB. Potts
21MidfielderB. Osayi-Samuel
30MidfielderN. Delfouneso
7MidfielderK. Vassell
Accrington ST
12MidfielderM. Rodak
3MidfielderM. Hughes
28MidfielderS. Conneely6.81G
5MidfielderO. Beckles
30MidfielderJ. Donacien
2MidfielderM. Pearson
32MidfielderH. Rodgers
11MidfielderS. McConville
29MidfielderB. Kee
7MidfielderJ. Clark
10MidfielderS. McCartan

Match Summary

Blackpool and Accrington ST drew 0:0. The match was played in League Two 2016. Blackpool made 3 substitutions, Accrington ST made 0.

Rivalry since 2016

Blackpool vs Accrington ST Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Blackpool
2
wins
Drawn
4
Accrington ST
3
wins
Total goals
18 · 2.0/match
Both scored
6/9 · 67%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

Recent Form

Blackpool

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Accrington ST

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Blackpool0wins
1draws2 meetings
Accrington ST1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

1.5

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (39%) — the odds may underestimate Accrington ST.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 41.8%Draw 29.5%Away 32.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.303.00
Max2.483.503.20
Market favourite:Blackpool · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market39.3%29.0%31.7%
Public market39.7%27.8%32.5%
Δ0.4%1.2%0.8%

Blackpool vs Accrington ST — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Blackpool (42%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

BlackpoolHalf-time:00Accrington ST
14Shots12
6Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
15/10/16Accrington ST2–1Blackpool2.68/3.39/2.70
14/04/17Blackpool0–0Accrington ST2.39/3.39/3.09

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Blackpool

W 18D 16L 12
Over 2.550
Goals scored69

Away Record: Accrington ST

W 247D 171L 272
Over 2.550
Goals scored885

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026