Swans v Blackpool Big-match guide
What time does Swansea City v Blackpool Kick-off?
The game kicks off today at 3pm.
Is Swansea City v Blackpool On TV?
The game will not be shown live on TV.
Highlights will be shown tonight on the EFL on Quest show.
What about live streaming?
Due to EFL broadcasting rules, the game will NOT be streamed in the UK and Ireland, although fans in international areas can watch the game for £10.
What’s the latest team news?
Swansea City have no fresh injury concerns, but will be without Ryan Bennett, who’s suspended.
Meanwhile, Blackpool are likely to be without Chris Maxwell, Shayne Lavery, Richard Keogh, who have recently returned to training following respective injuries.
Luke Garbutt is also sidelined after suffering ligament damage in the clash with Stoke City just before the international break.
What have the managers said? Swansea City boss Russell Martin: “Our home form has been fantastic. We really enjoy being at Swansea.com in front of our supporters.
They’ve been fantastic for us. They play a massive part. Blackpool are a team I’ve got a lot of respect for. I came up against them twice last year. They’re really good at what they do. Really well coached. I’m looking forward to. They play to their strengths and it’ll be a tough game, but at home we feel confident.” Blackpool boss Neil Critchley: “They’re very good at home, very strong. They’ve only lost one and have conceded very few goals,” Pool’s head coach said.
“They have a unique way of playing and they’re very, very good at it, so we know we’re in for a tough task.
“They’ve beaten good teams at home recently and we know it will be tough away from home on Saturday, so we’ll have to be at our very best to give them some problems that’s for certain.”
What are the latest betting odds?
Swansea City – 8/11 Draw – 11/4 Blackpool – 15/4 (Odds courtesy of Skybet and correct at time of publication)
Who is the referee?
Keith Stroud will take charge of proceedings at the Swansea.com Stadium. Stroud will be assisted by Mark Russell, Matthew Jones, and Simon Mather as the fourth official.
Match Facts ■■ Swansea and Blackpool haven’t faced in any competition since March 2010 in a Championship meeting – the Tangerines won 5-1 at Bloomfield Road. ■■ Blackpool are unbeaten in their last three away league games against Swansea (W2 D1) since losing 3-2 in League One in October 2005. ■■ Swansea City have won their last four home league matches, last winning more consecutively between February and April 2019 (six in a row). ■■ Blackpool are looking to win three straight away Championship matches for the first time since February 2012 under Ian Holloway.