The 2025/26 League One season has kicked off at Bloomfield Road, with Blackpool hosting Stevenage. This match was a significant one for both clubs, with Blackpool aiming for a promotion push and Stevenage hoping to build on a solid previous campaign. The game was highly competitive, with both teams eager to start their season with a positive result.
The game was a tight and hard-fought affair, with both teams displaying incredible determination. However, it was Blackpool who secured a crucial home victory. Despite Stevenage’s efforts, the hosts’ attacking prowess proved to be the difference-maker. This result is a major statement from Blackpool, who will be hoping to push for promotion once again this season, while Stevenage will need to regroup and focus on their next fixture.
What Time Does Blackpool vs. Stevenage Kick-Off?
- Location: Blackpool, England
- Stadium: Bloomfield Road
- Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 10:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM BST
- Indian Time (IST): 7:30 PM IST (Saturday, August 2, 2025)
- Referee: Matthew Corlett
Blackpool vs. Stevenage Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
The last five competitive meetings between Blackpool and Stevenage have been a mix of results.
- Blackpool: 3 wins
- Stevenage: 1 win
- Draws: 1
- Last Meeting: April 18, 2025: Stevenage 1–3 Blackpool (League One)
Current Form (All Competitions)
As this is the first competitive match of the 2025-2026 season for both teams, here is a look at their pre-season results:
Blackpool
- July 26, 2025: Blackpool 1–0 Bristol Rovers (Club Friendly)
- July 19, 2025: Blackpool 2–1 West Bromwich Albion (Club Friendly)
- July 12, 2025: AFC Fylde 3–4 Blackpool (Club Friendly)
- July 5, 2025: Squires Gate 0–1 Blackpool (Club Friendly)
- April 18, 2025: Stevenage 1–3 Blackpool (League One)
Stevenage
- July 26, 2025: Stevenage 2–1 Milton Keynes Dons (Club Friendly)
- July 19, 2025: Swansea City 3–2 Stevenage (Club Friendly)
- July 12, 2025: Bishop’s Stortford 1–8 Stevenage (Club Friendly)
- July 5, 2025: Queens Park Rangers 4–0 Stevenage (Club Friendly)
- April 21, 2025: Bristol Rovers 0–1 Stevenage (League One)
How to Watch Blackpool vs. Stevenage on TV, Live Stream
| Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports +, Sky Sports App, Red Button |
| United States | N/A |
| Canada | N/A |
| Germany | N/A |
| India | N/A |
In the United Kingdom, fans can watch this match on Sky Sports + via their Sky Sports App or the Red Button.
FINAL Match Report
Final Score: Blackpool 2 – 1 Stevenage
- Goal: Tom Bloxham (Blackpool) scored in the 28th minute.
- Goal: Jordan Roberts (Stevenage) scored in the 56th minute.
- Goal: Jordan Rhodes (Blackpool) scored the winning goal in the 83rd minute.
- Key Moments: Blackpool took the lead in the first half through a well-taken goal from Tom Bloxham. Stevenage fought back in the second half, with Jordan Roberts scoring a crucial equalizer. However, Blackpool’s veteran striker Jordan Rhodes scored late in the game to secure all three points for the hosts.
- Man of the Match: Jordan Rhodes for his decisive goal and a strong performance.
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