Preston v Blackpool predictions: Tangerines an appealing option

Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Preston North End v Blackpool in the Championship on Tuesday.

Where to watch

Sky Sports Main Event & Football, 7.45pm Tuesday

Best bet

Blackpool draw no bet
1pt 6-4 Betfred

Match preview

Lancashire rivals Preston and Blackpool clash in a match which has plenty riding on it – just not promotion.

Recent blips from both teams have all but ended any lingering playoff hopes and in a game that's sure to be tight, side with impressive Blackpool.

The Tangerines have looked so good under Neil Critchley with their only losses since before Christmas coming against top-half opponents. They were taught a lesson by Nottingham Forest on Saturday but there was no disgrace in getting chinned by Steve Cooper's highflyers.

North End have drawn five of their last seven at home and are lacking a cutting edge in front of goal. They lost 1-0 at Derby last time out and had centre-back Liam Lindsay sent off into the bargain.

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