Blackpool vs Bolton Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 30 Aug 2025

League One Betting Preview: Blackpool vs Bolton

Blackpool host Bolton in this League One encounter at Bloomfield Road, with kick-off set for 22:00 on Saturday 30 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

A High-Scoring Game On the Cards?

We think there’s a good angle when it comes to Over 2.5 for the clash between Blackpool and Bolton. Our opinion is that the Total Goals market affords great value and we will snap up the 1.85 on offer.

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2-1 Victory for Blackpool in Last H2H

Blackpool were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 1-0 loss against Plymouth Argyle at Home Park.

Bolton Wanderers drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Toughsheet Community Stadium ended 1-1 against Lincoln City.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Blackpool had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Bloomfield Road, they recorded a 2-1 home win over Bolton. The 6 past H2H meetings have involved three Blackpool victories, one draw and two Bolton wins.

League One		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
12	Bolton	8	2	5	1	10	7	3	10:7	11
23	Blackpool	7	1	1	5	7	14	-7	7:14	4

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Confirmed Lineups

Blackpool confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Bailey Peacock-Farrell (GK), Daniel Imray, Michael Ihiekwe, Oliver Casey, Hayden Coulson, George Honeyman, Jordan Brown, Albie Morgan, Emil Hansson, Tom Bloxham, Dale Taylor.

Bolton confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Teddy Sharman-Lowe (GK), Josh Cogley, Eoin Toal, George Johnston, Max Conway, Amario Cozier-Duberry, Ethan Erhahon, Aaron Morley, Josh Sheehan, Ibrahim Cissoko, Mason Burstow.

Blackpool vs Bolton Prediction & Betting Tips

Discover the top Blackpool vs Bolton betting angles — from our trusted match prediction and likely score to the best prop plays and a customized bet builder.

Match Prediction

We expect the net to bulge plenty of times when it comes to this League One showdown. Looking at the available stats, we will bet on Over 2.5 Goals and feel bullish with the 1.85 that is currently available.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the League One action.

Key Blackpool vs Bolton Wanderers league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Blackpool games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Blackpool games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Blackpool games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Bolton games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Over 2.5 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 54.1% prospect of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackpool 1 - 2 Bolton

We’re taking a chance on Bolton to achieve a 2-1 winning scoreline. Odds of 7.00 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Player Prop Picks

Blackpool vs Bolton Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Betting Sites Think the Game Could Go Either Way

The Full-Time Result odds of 2.06 suggest that Bolton Wanderers are likely victors and there’s a 49% probability that the favourites win this League One clash. If you’re interested in wagering Blackpool, you can get 3.15 for the underdog.

A win for Bolton would see a full payout on the Asian Handicap -0.25 option. You can get 1.80 that they overcome Blackpool going down this route and half stake refunded if it’s a draw.

The Total Goals market looks like a close call, with Over and Under 2.5 Goals available at similar odds. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at 1.72.

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John McAtee Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

John McAtee is priced at 5.50 when it comes to First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite, while he’s also available at odds of 2.88 to find the net anytime.

Three Straight Blackpool Wins in Bloomfield Road H2H Meetings

Blackpool have clocked up five wins and five losses in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 1.50.

Bolton have not triumphed in five straight away matches. The Trotters have recorded five losses, three draws and two wins in the previous 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.80.

The past meeting at Bloomfield Road saw Blackpool defeat Bolton 2-1. In the previous 3 H2H meetings at Bloomfield Road, Blackpool have won each and every time.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Blackpool Home Stats		5-0-5	3.30	1.80	1.50	8	2	7	3
Bolton Away Stats		2-3-5	2.90	1.10	1.80	5	5	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Blackpool vs Bolton Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the Blackpool vs Bolton team news before wagering. Get the latest predicted and confirmed League One lineups and injury news right here.

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