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>Carabao Cup · 1st RoundGrimsby Town vs Blackpool: Prediction and Odds, Carabao Cup, 08/08/2026
Blundell Park hosts a tasty Carabao Cup first-round tie on 8 August as League Two side Grimsby Town welcome League One's Blackpool. The Mariners, priced at 2.38, carry genuine cup pedigree after toppling higher-division opposition last season. With both clubs preparing for new league campaigns, early silverware ambitions collide in this cross-divisional battle.
Projected final score: 1-0
Grimsby's defensive record is the cornerstone of this prediction: conceding just 0.4 goals per game across their last five outings and unbeaten in 81% of their last 16 home fixtures makes Blundell Park a tough venue. With Blackpool missing Horsfall, Ihiekwe, and Honeyman, Ian Evatt's squad arrives undermanned, and 2.38 reflects genuine value for the League Two hosts.
A low-scoring affair is strongly indicated here. Grimsby's defensive structure limits opposition chances, while Blackpool's attack loses potency without key personnel and arrives having scored sparingly in a poor pre-season. Expect few clear openings at either end, making 1.91 the natural companion to a tight, controlled home victory.
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Match Analysis
Grimsby Town enter this Carabao Cup first-round tie as the side to beat at Blundell Park, priced at 2.38. Their pre-season solidity and an 81% unbeaten home rate make them a genuinely dangerous cup opponent.
- 0.4 goals conceded per game across their last five outings signals elite defensive organisation.
- 81% unbeaten in their last 16 home matches, making Blundell Park a fortress.
- Scalped Manchester United and Sheffield Wednesday in last season's Carabao Cup, proving cup pedigree.
- Pre-season record of 3 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses in five matches before one late friendly slip.
Blackpool arrive as the nominally higher-division side but in worrying condition, priced at 2.84. Three pre-season defeats in four friendlies, including a loss to League Two Port Vale, and a crippling injury list strip Ian Evatt of key personnel.
- Winless in 85% of their last 13 away fixtures, conceding 1.2 goals per game on the road.
- Horsfall, Ihiekwe, Honeyman, and Dion Charles all doubtful, gutting depth across defence and attack.
- Pre-season included a 1-0 defeat to Port Vale, exposing serious vulnerabilities before competitive football begins.
Key point: With both defences showing fragility and Blackpool undermanned, the double chance covering Grimsby not to lose complements the home win angle without overcommitting at 2.38.
Statistics and Head-to-Head
Form & Statistics: Grimsby Town vs Blackpool
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Probabilities & Odds: Grimsby Town vs Blackpool
Source : 1xBetMatch Information
Lineups: Grimsby Town vs Blackpool
Grimsby Town
Starters
- 1 Harvey Cartwright
- 2 Reece Staunton
- 3 Maldini Kacurri
- 4 Harvey Rodgers
- 5 Cameron McJannett
- 6 Kieran Green
- 7 Géza Dávid Turi
- 8 George McEachran
- 9 Charles Vernam
- 10 Andy Cook
- 11 Jaze Kabia
Bench
- Jackson Smith
- Josh Andrews
- Justin Amaluzor
- Darragh Burns
- Douglas Tharme
- Clark Odour
Absent
- Jude Soonsup-Bell (injury)
Blackpool
Starters
- 1 Bailey Peacock-Farrell
- 2 Oliver Casey
- 3 Reuell Walters
- 4 Zachary Ashworth
- 5 CJ Hamilton
- 6 Hayden Coulson
- 7 Leighton Clarkson
- 8 Karoy Anderson
- 9 Josh Bowler
- 10 Niall Ennis
- 11 Dale Taylor
Bench
- Franco Ravizzoli
- Tom Bloxham
- Joel Randall
- Andy Lyons
Absent
- Oluchi Nwankwo (confirmed absent)
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 against a 3-5-2 sets up an intriguing width battle at Blundell Park, with Grimsby's narrow midfield trio needing to contain Blackpool's wing-backs effectively. Andy Cook leads the line for the hosts, while Blackpool's back three will be tested early by Grimsby's direct attacking intent.
Both lineups carry a similar confidence level, drawn from the same pair of sources, so neither side holds a significant information edge here. Leighton Clarkson pulling strings in Blackpool's midfield five could prove the key tactical difference in this Carabao Cup first-round tie.
Final thoughts on the predictions for Grimsby Town vs Blackpool
Grimsby Town's defensive resilience at Blundell Park, combined with Blackpool's poor pre-season form and injury concerns, makes the double chance 1X the standout selection here. The Mariners have proven pedigree in cup ties against higher-ranked opposition, and their home record speaks volumes. Back Grimsby Town or Draw at 2.38 for the home win side of this double chance selection. Odds correct at time of publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main prediction for Grimsby Town vs Blackpool?
The main pick is Grimsby Town not to lose (home or draw), with the home win priced at 2.38, underpinned by Grimsby's remarkable 81% unbeaten rate across their last 16 home fixtures and Blackpool arriving winless in 85% of their last 13 away matches.
What is the highest odd for Grimsby Town to win?
The best available price for a Grimsby Town outright win is at 2.38. For punters seeking safer coverage, a double chance backing Grimsby or the draw removes the away-win risk entirely and is worth considering if you want to protect your stake.
Will there be more or less than 2.5 goals in this match?
Blackpool have conceded 1.2 goals per game across their last five outings, while Grimsby's pre-season defence allowed just 0.4 per game. That combination points firmly towards a low-scoring affair; Under 2.5 goals at 1.91 looks the sensible call here.
When and where is Grimsby Town vs Blackpool played?
The match kicks off on 8 August 2026 at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM UTC) at Blundell Park, Grimsby, the long-standing home ground of Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup first round.
Can Blackpool pull off an upset against Grimsby Town?
Blackpool are priced at 2.84, reflecting their genuine upset potential on paper as a higher-division side. However, a squad ravaged by doubts over Horsfall, Ihiekwe, Honeyman, Dion Charles, and Nwankwo, combined with three defeats in four pre-season friendlies, makes that price hard to trust with confidence.
Which alternative market offers the best value?
Both Teams to Score: No at 2.11 offers solid value here. Grimsby's watertight defence conceded just 0.4 goals per game in pre-season, while Blackpool's injury-hit attack looks severely undermanned. The conditions strongly favour a clean sheet for the hosts.
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