Blackpool v Bristol City: TV details, how to watch, team news and form guide

Last week, the Robins were at Deepdale where they conceded a stoppage time goal to draw 2-2 with Preston North End and now they travel to face Preston’s rivals.

Blackpool meanwhile gained an impressive point against free-scoring Fulham at Craven Cottage.

The two sides are separated by one place in the table with the Tangerines ahead in 15th with a three-point gap as well as a game in hand.

Bristol City have not won an away match since early October, which was a narrow away win over Peterborough. Since then they have picked up just two points from a possible 24 on their travels.

Blackpool have won their last two home matches, beating both Hull City and Millwall in front of their home fans.

What’s the latest team news for Bristol City?

No one is expected to return from injury for this match with Andy King expected to be out for an extended period after undergoing surgery for a second time this season.

His midfield partner and former Leicester City teammate Matty James is also not expected to take part with a foot injury plaguing his season. Defender Rob Atkinson is also sidelined for the next three weeks.

Joe Williams is available but Nigel Pearson is keen to bring him back into the team slowly so he could be a substitute once again.

There is potential for another start for Timm Klose who made his debut last week after signing on a free transfer.

Robbie Cundy is also an option after he made his debut for the club, almost three years in the making after an issue with injuries this season.

What’s the latest team news for Blackpool?

In their last two matches Blackpool have been without a full-back with Reece James out with an injury but he could be set to return though there will be an assessment late on for him.

Goalkeeper Chris Maxwell and striker Keshi Anderson are long-term absentees for Blackpool whilst Matty Virtue and Grant Ward are continuing their recovery from injury.

Kevin Stewart has also been on international duty with Jamaica, making two appearances for his country so he could be involved.

Jerry Yates and Shayne Lavery are the joint-top scorers this season for Blackpool with seven goals apiece. Anderson has made four goals this season and his injury picked up on New Years Day will come as a blow.

Head-to-head

Earlier in the season, the two played to a 1-1 draw at Ashton Gate on the opening day of the campaign. Chris Martin had given the home side the lead but Shayne Lavery scored a stoppage time equaliser.

There have been 96 meetings between these two sides with the first back in 1901 where City claimed a 2-0 win in the old Division Two. City have edged the number of wins with 36 in favour of them, whilst Blackpool have won 32 times and then there has been 28 draws.

They are winless against Blackpool though since 2009 with the last string of results being four draws and a loss. This is their first visit to Blackpool since March 2013 with that result being a goalless draw.

Can I watch the match?

No. This may be an FA Cup weekend so some games will be on television, but this one won’t be available to watch, either on iFollow or anywhere else.

How can I watch highlights?

Tune in to Quest on TV either on your BT, Sky or Virgin Media Box at 21.00 GMT and you’ll be able to catch the EFL on Quest. If you’re not in the house but have a smart device available you can also watch it for free on Discovery +.

If you can’t wait then tune in to Sky Sports News as the goals will become available after 17.00 GMT.

Alternatively, go onto either Blackpool or Bristol City’s YouTube pages and you’ll get the highlights there.