Blackpool defeated Middlesbrough U21 4-1 in the EFL Trophy, Group Stage. Their only previous encounter was won by Blackpool. Blackpool had scored 4 goals this season (4.0 per game), Middlesbrough U21 had 4 (1.3 per game). Blackpool's goals came from D. Philliskirk (24'), Sean Longstaff (43'), Sessi D'Almeida (56'), D. Philliskirk (89'); Middlesbrough U21 scored through Luke Armstrong (54'). View detailed post-match analysis including ratings and key stats.