Match report
Blackpool Defeats Doncaster 1-0 In League One Clash
Blackpool
1–0
FT
Doncaster
Dec 26, 2025
Blackpool held on to secure a narrow 1-0 win against Doncaster in an intense League One match. The decisive moment came early when Blackpool's T. Bloxham netted from D. Imray’s assist, setting the tone for their victory.
Key Facts
- • Blackpool defeated Doncaster 1-0 in a League One match.
- • T. Bloxham scored Blackpool's only goal at minute 17 with an assist from D. Imray.
- • G. Honeyman and F. Horsfall received yellow cards for Blackpool.
- • Doncaster made several substitutions including J. Sterry, J. Maxwell, and George Broadbent.
Lineups
Blackpool
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 1 B. Peacock-Farrell (G)
- 4 O. Casey (D)
- 5 F. Horsfall (D)
- 3 J. Husband (D)
- 30 D. Imray (M)
- 10 G. Honeyman (M)
- 6 J. Brown (M)
- 8 A. Morgan (M)
- 22 C. Hamilton (M)
- 18 D. Taylor (F)
- 11 A. Fletcher (F)
Substitutes
- 2 A. Lyons
- 7 L. Evans
- 14 T. Bloxham
- 19 J. Bowler
- 23 S. Banks
- 26 Z. Ashworth
- 29 E. Hansson
Doncaster
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 1 I. Lawlor (G)
- 4 O. Bailey (D)
- 5 M. Pearson (D)
- 6 J. McGrath (D)
- 2 J. Sterry (M)
- 8 G. Broadbent (M)
- 33 B. Close (M)
- 3 J. Maxwell (M)
- 7 L. Molyneux (F)
- 15 H. Clifton (F)
- 9 B. Hanlan (F)
Substitutes
- 29 T. Lo-Tutala
- 11 J. Gibson
- 14 B. Sharp
- 22 R. Gotts
- 23 J. Senior
- 27 S. Grehan
- 17 G. Middleton
Timeline
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6' Blackpool subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Taylor · On: T. Bloxham -
17' Blackpool Goal · Normal GoalT. Bloxham · Assist: D. Imray -
36' Blackpool Card · Yellow CardG. HoneymanFoul
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46' Doncaster subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Sterry · On: B. Sharp -
57' Doncaster subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Maxwell · On: J. Senior -
60' Blackpool Card · Yellow CardF. HorsfallFoul
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62' Blackpool subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Hamilton · On: Z. Ashworth -
67' Doncaster Card · Yellow CardGeorge BroadbentFoul
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71' Doncaster subst · Substitution 3Off: H. Clifton · On: J. Gibson -
71' Doncaster subst · Substitution 4Off: George Broadbent · On: R. Gotts -
72' Blackpool subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Morgan · On: L. Evans -
72' Blackpool subst · Substitution 4Off: G. Honeyman · On: Josh Bowler -
73' Blackpool subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Fletcher · On: S. Banks -
78' Doncaster subst · Substitution 5Off: Jay McGrath · On: G. Middleton -
86' Doncaster Card · Yellow CardOwen BaileyFoul
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90'+1 Doncaster Card · Yellow CardR. GottsFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Blackpool | Doncaster |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 7 |
| Pass Accuracy | 67% | 64% |
| Offsides | 2 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 10 |
| Corners | 5 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 319 | 321 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 3 |
| xG | 2.11 | 1.17 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 4 |
| Possession | 49% | 51% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 214 | 206 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goal by T. Bloxham at minute 17 was a turning point as it gave Blackpool an early lead and momentum.
- ▸ Doncaster's inability to capitalize on numerous substitutions towards the end of the match allowed Blackpool to maintain their defensive structure.