Seasiders Podcast

#153 – Shut that door

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Episode notes

It’s Wednesday 12th February, in today’s show, the pod praises the lord at the news that Simon Grayson has thankfully been given the boot from the managerial hot seat at Bloomfield Road.  We are joined by fans Joe Atherton and Ashley Knowles to discuss the managerial situation, and we also run the rule over the last two dire performances against Southend and Gillingham.  

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Simon Grayson potted

“The club would like to thank Simon for his efforts during his time back at Bloomfield Road and wish him well for the future,” Blackpool said in their statement.

“A further announcement will follow in due course.”

When Grayson was re-appointed by Blackpool for a second spell as manager, owner Simon Sadlier talked of his “track record” and previous success, and for the first part of the season his mission to guide them to promotion was on course.

Following a 1-1 draw with Sunderland on 14 December, the Seasiders had 33 points, with eight wins and just three defeats in the league.

However, the accruing of just four points from a possible 27 since then and a lack of goals from other players to complement Armand Gnanduillet, who has 18, have contributed to their decline.

They are now 13 points outside the top six, with just 15 games remaining.

Last match reviews

Blackpool 2 – Southend United 1

A goal in each half for top scorer Armand Gnanduillet secured three vital points for Simon Grayson’s side as the Shrimpers slip into deeper relegation trouble despite Stephen McLaughlin’s late strike.

Southend enjoyed the better chances in a slow opening half-hour at Bloomfield Road as Sam Barratt forced a diving save from keeper Chris Maxwell.

Despite showing little attacking intent in the first half the Seasiders edged in front after 37 minutes as Gnanduillet got in front of his man to nod home Liam Feeney’s cross.

Blackpool looked to have made the points safe after 64 minutes as Gnanduillet tucked home from the penalty spot after a foul on substitute Nathan Delfouneso.

But Sol Campbell’s side showed real grit in the closing stages as McLaughlin fired home a spectacular 25-yard effort with 72 minutes gone.

Blackpool 2 – Gillingham 3

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