Blackpool vs Wigan Athletic predictions, Mar 07, 2026

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As Blackpool prepares to host Wigan Athletic in a vital English League One clash on March 7, 2026, both teams come into this matchup with mixed recent form, which adds to the intrigue. Blackpool has struggled, securing just one victory in their last five outings, causing concerns about their current tactical cohesion and ability to capitalize on home advantage. In contrast, Wigan Athletic has managed to win two of their last five matches, showcasing a slight uptick in performance that may bolster their confidence.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.26 for a Blackpool win and 3.06 for an away victory for Wigan, reflecting a closely contested battle. The statistical model indicates a 43% probability of a home win, suggesting that while Blackpool is favored, they will need to address their recent inconsistencies to triumph. Wigan, with a 29% chance for an away win, will likely aim to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities posed by Blackpool.

Given the tactical dynamics, where Blackpool must fortify their defense and Wigan looks to harness their momentum, the predicted final score of 1:1 encapsulates the balance expected in this encounter. As always, football remains unpredictable, and this match could sway in either direction.

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Blackpool 41.1%

Draw 28.6%

Wigan 30.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.32	3.36	3.07
	2.32	3.25	2.98
	2.28	3.25	3.11	Watch and Bet
	2.25	3.1	3
	2.26	3.26	3.12

Latest Results

28.02.26 Lincoln City – Blackpool – 4:0 21.02.26 Bolton Wanderers – Blackpool – 2:2 17.02.26 Blackpool – Mansfield Town – 1:0 14.02.26 Blackpool – Plymouth Argyle – 0:4 07.02.26 Huddersfield Town – Blackpool – 2:2

28.02.26 Wigan Athletic – Huddersfield Town – 1:0 21.02.26 Stockport County – Wigan Athletic – 4:2 18.02.26 Wigan Athletic – Luton Town – 1:0 15.02.26 Arsenal FC – Wigan Athletic – 4:0 10.02.26 Wigan Athletic – Reading – 1:2

Facts

This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 20 and 19).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Blackpool won 2.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Blackpool will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Blackpool won 9 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 25:26. (average 1.3:1.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Blackpool won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 4 matches, and goals 10:15. (average 1.1:1.7).

Latest Head To Head

20.12.25 Wigan Athletic – Blackpool – 0:2 26.04.25 Wigan Athletic – Blackpool – 1:1 28.10.24 Blackpool – Wigan Athletic – 2:2 16.03.24 Wigan Athletic – Blackpool – 1:0 02.09.23 Blackpool – Wigan Athletic – 2:1

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Cardiff	34	22	6	6	68:36	32	72
2	Lincoln	34	21	8	5	63:31	32	71
3	Bolton	35	16	13	6	50:34	16	61
4	Bradford City	34	17	7	10	43:38	5	58
5	Stockport County	34	16	8	10	47:43	4	56
6	Huddersfield	35	15	7	13	55:46	9	52
7	Reading	34	13	12	9	50:44	6	51
8	Stevenage	33	14	9	10	37:35	2	51
9	Wycombe	34	13	11	10	49:36	13	50
10	Luton	34	13	8	13	43:41	2	47
11	Peterborough	35	14	4	17	50:49	1	46
12	Plymouth	34	14	4	16	49:50	-1	46
13	Barnsley	31	12	8	11	53:53	0	44
14	AFC Wimbledon	33	12	7	14	41:48	-7	43
15	Exeter	33	11	8	14	38:39	-1	41
16	Mansfield	32	10	10	12	39:37	2	40
17	Burton	34	10	9	15	38:49	-11	39
18	Doncaster	33	11	6	16	36:55	-19	39
19	Wigan	33	9	10	14	35:46	-11	37
20	Blackpool	34	10	7	17	40:54	-14	37
21	Leyton Orient	33	10	6	17	44:56	-12	36
22	Northampton	35	9	8	18	31:47	-16	35
23	Rotherham	33	9	7	17	33:47	-14	34
24	Port Vale	32	6	9	17	26:44	-18	27

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