Bolton v Blackpool Match Report & Stats: 2-1 – Late Drama Seals It for Wanderers
| Competition | League One |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 23rd November 2024 |
| Teams | Bolton Wanderers v Blackpool |
| Final Score | 2-1 |
Bolton v Blackpool Match Report
Bolton Wanderers secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Blackpool at the University of Bolton Stadium, with Aaron Collins netting a stoppage-time winner. The result capped off a thrilling League One encounter, with Bolton’s resilience and late-game heroics proving decisive.
The match started poorly for Bolton, with Blackpool taking the lead in the 32nd minute through Kion Etete, who capitalised on a pass from Elliot Embleton. Blackpool's compact defence and counterattacking intent posed problems for Ian Evatt’s men in the first half. Bolton, however, emerged reinvigorated after the break, driven by a stellar performance from Hungarian winger Márton Schön.
George Thomason equalised in the 53rd minute with a header from Josh Dacres-Cogley’s cross, energising the home side. As the game seemed destined for a draw, Aaron Collins struck in the dying moments, assisted by Schön, to snatch all three points.
Key Moments
- 32' – Goal! Blackpool took the lead with Kyle Joseph finishing coolly after an accurate assist from Embleton.
- 53' – Goal! George Thomason equalised with a well-placed header, connecting with Dacres-Cogley’s pinpoint delivery.
- 90+5' – Goal! Aaron Collins latched onto Schön’s cross to fire home the winner, sending the home crowd into raptures.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Bolton | Blackpool |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.17 | 0.88 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 2 |
| Goal Attempts | 14 | 6 |
| Corners | 1 | 3 |
| Fouls | 17 | 16 |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 5 |
Lineups
Bolton Wanderers (3-4-3)
- Goalkeeper: Baxter
- Defenders: Jones, Santos, Johnston
- Midfielders: Dacres-Cogley, Sheehan, Thomason (C), Schön
- Forwards: McAtee, Charles, Collins
Substitutions:
Matete (68'), Adeboyejo (74'), Osei-Tutu (82')
Blackpool (4-4-1-1)
- Goalkeeper: O'Donnell
- Defenders: Lawrence-Gabriel, Offiah, Casey, Husband
- Midfielders: Apter, Evans (C), Norburn, Coulson
- Forwards: Embleton, Joseph
Substitutions:
Ballard (68'), Ashworth (76'), Finnigan (81'), Bondo (81')
Pre-Match Predictions: Evaluated
- Dion Charles to score a hat-trick (50/1)
❌ – Charles failed to score in the match, let alone achieve a hat-trick, struggling against Blackpool's backline. - Bolton to exploit Blackpool’s defensive vulnerabilities
✅ – Bolton managed two goals despite a slow start, taking advantage of late-game opportunities. - Blackpool’s streaky form to continue
✅ – The Tangerines’ inconsistent run persisted, with another match slipping away late on.
Summary: While the bold prediction on Dion Charles missed the mark, Bolton’s ability to capitalise on Blackpool's defensive frailties held true, and the Tangerines' poor run of form extended with another loss.
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