Blackpool vs Stockport County: match statistics
Stockport County sits 5th in the table and presents significantly better form than Blackpool (16th position). The visitors have earned 2 points per match in their last 5 games, winning 3 fixtures, while the hosts have recorded only 0.6 points per match with just one victory. Stockport holds a better away record (46% wins) than Blackpool does at home (43% wins), as well as higher efficiency in keeping clean sheets on the road (31% vs 29% for the hosts). Blackpool finds itself in a dire streak of four consecutive defeats, further weakening their chances. Considering all statistics, Stockport County holds a real advantage, although the difference in possession (both teams at 48%) and similar xG values suggest the match could be tight, hence a relatively high probability of a draw.
Blackpool vs Stockport County: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Blackpool played against Stockport County in EFL League One (England). The game was played on January 27, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Blackpool has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.20 points per game. Stockport County has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Blackpool scores 1.26 goals per game and allows 1.44. Stockport County scores 1.41 and allows 1.22. Games in this league average 2.54 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Blackpool's games and 59% of Stockport County's. The Over 2.5 rates are 48% and 52%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Stockport County has the higher season xG average, 1.41 to 1.21 per game. Blackpool takes 10.4 shots per game, while Stockport County takes 12.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Blackpool leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.63 goals per game after halftime. Stockport County leads at halftime in 37% and scores 0.74 after halftime.
When the teams score
Blackpool's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Stockport County, it is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
League One games average 2.54 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Stockport County sits 5th in the table and presents significantly better form than Blackpool (16th position). The visitors have earned 2 points per match in their last 5 games, winning 3 fixtures, while the hosts have recorded only 0.6 points per match with just one victory. Stockport holds a better away record (46% wins) than Blackpool does at home (43% wins), as well as higher efficiency in keeping clean sheets on the road (31% vs 29% for the hosts). Blackpool finds itself in a dire streak of four consecutive defeats, further weakening their chances. Considering all statistics, Stockport County holds a real advantage, although the difference in possession (both teams at 48%) and similar xG values suggest the match could be tight, hence a relatively high probability of a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Blackpool | Stockport County | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Stockport County is 33% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / game - Blackpool · 1.6 pts / game - Stockport County
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Stockport County is 12% better for: goals scored per game.
1.26 goals / game - Blackpool · 1.41 goals / game - Stockport County
Stockport County is 18% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.44 goals / game - Blackpool · 1.22 goals / game - Stockport County
Blackpool scores in 70% of games (19 of 27 meczów), while Stockport County keeps a clean sheet in 30% (8 of 27 meczów).
Stockport County scores in 85% of games (23 of 27 meczów), while Blackpool keeps a clean sheet in 22% (6 of 27 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Blackpool
Over / Under - Stockport County
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Stockport County is 8% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.37 pts / game - Blackpool · 1.48 pts / game - Stockport County
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Blackpool - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Stockport County - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 48%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Blackpool
Stockport County
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (League One).
Teams vs league
| Blackpool | Liga | Stockport County | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.70 | 2.54 | • 2.63 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 48% | 51% | ▲ 59% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 48% | 48% | ▲ 52% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 22% | 27% | ▲ 30% |
| Goal before half-time | • 67% | 68% | ▲ 78% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 93% | 81% | ▲ 85% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Blackpool's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Stockport County. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Blackpool vs Stockport County?
The EFL League One match finished Blackpool 1:2 Stockport County. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Blackpool vs Stockport County?
Blackpool score 1.26 goals per game on average and Stockport County 1.41. The EFL League One average is 2.54 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Blackpool's matches and 59% of Stockport County's.
What form are Blackpool and Stockport County in?
Over the last 5 games Blackpool have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Stockport County 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Blackpool vs Stockport County?
The statistical background for Blackpool vs Stockport County — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.