Pool V Brighton

Blackpool look to bolster play-off hopes with the visit of Brighton to the seaside.

Simon Grayson will most likely bring back Michael Jackson into the side after he pulled out of the Bournemounth match due to illness.

Paul Tierney might return the squad after a runout in the reserves midweek.

Keith Southern is still a doubt put Grayson has plenty of options for the midfield four.

The former Norwich winger always gives 100% but after an impressive substitute appearance against Oldham which earned him a start in the Tuesday night game. Forbes will be looking to add to his first goal for the club this Saturday.

Michel Kuipers returns after a groin injury, Joe O`Cearuill is back from international duty. Bakayogo returns along with Frutos. Tommy Fraser is suspended for the match.

The home grown midfielder has hit the score sheet from midfield, 11 goals from 44 games. He last netted in the home win over Nottingham Forest in January.

Infront of the sky cameras Pool ran out 3-0 winners at the Withdean, a Southern header , followed by a Vernon brace secured the win.

A Taylor - Games: 21 Yellow Cards: 70 Red Cards: 5
A J Scregg and J Simpson
Fourth Official : J D Stokes