Matt Scrafton Journalist
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Matt is a Blackpool FC writer for Blackpool Gazette.

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1449 Articles
over 1 year ago
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Burnley-linked Jordan Gabriel makes first league start in Blackpool's derby at Turf Moor

Michael Appleton has been forced into making two changes for today’s Lancashire derby against Burnley.

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over 1 year ago
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Burnley v Blackpool: Live updates from Lancashire derby at Turf Moor

It’s derby day!

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over 1 year ago
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Will injuries to Charlie Patino and Lewis Fiorini force Blackpool to move urgently in the transfe...

Michael Appleton concedes Blackpool’s transfer plans might have to change “ever so slightly” because of the injuries ...

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over 1 year ago
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'I'd have snapped your hand off': Michael Appleton assesses Blackpool's start to the season ahead...

Michael Appleton admits he would have “snapped your hand off” for Blackpool’s points return after four games.

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over 1 year ago
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Blackpool making progress on transfer front as Michael Appleton meets with two free agents

Michael Appleton has revealed he spent Wednesday speaking to two free agents about potential moves to Blackpool.

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over 1 year ago
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Finances 'not an issue' at Burnley according to Blackpool boss Michael Appleton

Michael Appleton has claimed the finances at Burnley aren’t as much of an issue as is being made out.

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over 1 year ago
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When Blackpool rescued themselves a draw in the dying seconds against Lancashire rivals Burnley

Ahead of Blackpool’s first trip to Burnley in nine years, The Gazette takes a look back at a memorable previous encou...

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over 1 year ago
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Who will solve the midfield conundrum? How Blackpool could line-up against Burnley

Blackpool make the short trip across Lancashire tomorrow looking to make it two wins from two in the Championship.

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over 1 year ago
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Michael Appleton comments on reports linking Blackpool with Leicester City striker George Hirst

Michael Appleton didn’t exactly shoot down reports linking Blackpool with a loan swoop for Leicester City striker Geo...

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over 1 year ago
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Michael Appleton confirms expected return dates for Blackpool midfield duo Charlie Patino and Lew...

Charlie Patino and Lewis Fiorini will be missing for an extended period of time after picking up injuries during Blac...

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over 1 year ago
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Looking beyond results, fan mood and Josh Bowler: Talking points ahead of Blackpool's derby again...

Sometimes in football it’s important to look beyond results.

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over 1 year ago
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Michael Appleton won't change from brave approach as Blackpool prepare for Burnley derby

Michael Appleton says Blackpool supporters can expect their team to continue playing an attractive and expansive styl...

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