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On 22 September 2026, Wigan hosts Blackpool at The Brick Community Stadium in the EFL Trophy. With Wigan's recent strong form at home and Blackpool's resilience away, the matchup promises a tight contest. Betting on the home team or under 2.5 goals offers solid value based on recent encounters and squad strength.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
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MP | W | D | L |
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| Overall | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
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| Overall | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Home | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Away | - | - | - |
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MP | W | D | L |
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| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
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| Overall | - | - | - |
| Home | - | - | - |
| Away | - | - | - |
| Over | Under | |||
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| 0.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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| 0.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4.5 Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The Wigan vs Blackpool fixture is set in the context of recent form, with Wigan showing a solid record at home and Blackpool's competitive edge in recent away matches. Wigan's squad strength and injury status suggest a tight contest, leaning slightly towards a narrow home win or draw.
Both squads have notable players. Wigan's squad features a mix of youth and experienced midfielders like F. Murray, and a reliable defensive organization. Blackpool experiences slight squad rotation, but their key players like G. Honeyman and D. Charles are fit. Injuries are minimal on both sides, supporting a competitive fixture.
If Wigan scores first in the upcoming Wigan vs Blackpool match, expect a strong reaction from Blackpool, who have shown resilience in past fixtures. The match is likely to develop with increased tempo and open play if either team gets ahead, influencing betting angles such as goals and corner markets.
Given Wigan's recent solid home record and disciplined play, expect a cautious approach with a focus on set pieces. Blackpool's ability to create chances on the break could be a key factor. Tactical discipline and set-piece potency are the angles to watch for betting on goals and cards.
This match is expected to be closely contested, with Wigan having a slight advantage due to recent home form. Expect a low to moderate scoring game.
Wigan's recent form at home and Blackpool's away performance suggest a balanced game with potential for a narrow Wigan victory or a draw.
Based on recent head-to-heads and current form, a bet on under 2.5 goals appears value, considering the disciplined play expected.
The match may feature tactical discipline, so betting on a lower scoreline or on specific set-piece goals could be fruitful.