Match Report
Blackpool had not won in 5 games. Defeat had not touched Carlisle United in 11 games, having scored in 11 consecutive games. Recent form was uneven: 1/15 points for Blackpool, 13/15 for Carlisle United.
6 previous meetings sit in the GioScore records — Blackpool 4, draws 1, Carlisle United 1, at 3.17 goals per meeting. The fixture leans high-scoring: 83% of meetings brought at least three goals, and both sides scored in 67%.
The venue was Bloomfield Road, with room for 17,625 spectators. Half-time and full-time told different stories: Blackpool led 3-0 at the break, before 2 more goals closed it at 4-1.
Goal scorers
Blackpool: Ashley Fletcher (57'), Tom Bloxham (14'), Ashley Fletcher (34'), Scott Banks (38') · Carlisle United: L. Armstrong (51')
Key stats
Possession: Blackpool 58% · Carlisle United 42% · Total shots: 16-12 · On target: 7-6 · Corners: 4-10