Blackpool – Stevenage

Blackpool host Stevenage in what promises to be a tightly contested fixture, with the hosts sitting in tenth place on eight points after two wins, two draws and two defeats, edging a narrow 11‑9 goal difference. Stevenage sit just above them in ninth, having amassed nine points from two victories, three draws and a single loss, and enjoy a slightly superior 11‑7 record. Both sides have scored eleven goals this season, but the visitors have conceded fewer, which could give them a defensive edge. The two teams are separated by a single point, so a win for either side would not only tighten the battle for a top‑half finish but also swing the head‑to‑head advantage in Stevenage’s favour. With both clubs eager to climb the table, the match is likely to be decided by fine margins.