Prediction Blackpool vs Scunthorpe United 2025/2026 season – Betting Tips for the FA Cup on 01/11/2025

Preview: Bloomfield Road set for a lively FA Cup clash

Blackpool welcome Scunthorpe United to Bloomfield Road on 01/11/2025 for a Round 1 FA Cup tie that promises edge-of-seat drama. The Seasiders arrive off mixed League One form — recent results have been a blend of grit and inconsistency — while Scunthorpe bring momentum from the National League, arriving in confident mood after a run of wins and draws. The venue holds 16,200 and the home advantage will be crucial; bookmakers clearly respect that, pricing Blackpool as favourites.

Recent form and what it tells us

Blackpool’s last five results show a side that can grind out results but also drop unexpected points: a gritty 2-1 win away at Peterborough on 25 October highlighted resilience and Fraser Horsfall’s role as a standout performer. However, prior defeats and draws at home suggest lapses of consistency. Scunthorpe, by contrast, appear sharper in recent weeks — victories over Aldershot and King's Lynn Town and a string of draws indicate a team difficult to break down and capable of scoring. Callum Roberts was Scunthorpe’s best performer in their most recent win, a sign that they have match-winners in form.

Head-to-head history is thin but instructive: their last notable meeting in the EFL Trophy in 2019 ended 3-1 in favour of Scunthorpe at Blackpool — a reminder that cup ties on this ground can swing unexpectedly.

Betting market snapshot and tactical angle

Market prices show Blackpool at 1.70, the draw at 3.80 and Scunthorpe drifting out to 4.50. Those odds reflect home advantage and the wider reputation of Blackpool’s league standing, yet Scunthorpe’s recent string of positive results makes them a dark horse. Expect Blackpool to press and try to control possession; Scunthorpe will likely rely on quick transitions and set-piece efficiency, looking to exploit any gaps as Blackpool push forward.

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Verdict and final betting suggestion

This FA Cup encounter is finely balanced on paper but leans toward the home side. The bookies’ price for a Blackpool win offers a conservative, sensible option given home advantage and the club’s capacity to grind out results at Bloomfield Road. With that in mind the recommended bet is a 1X2 selection:

Betting suggestion: Back Blackpool to win (1X2) at 1.70. Stake conservatively — treat this as a value play given Scunthorpe’s form and the cup upset potential; a small, disciplined stake is the prudent route.