Blackpool vs Wigan Prediction & Betting Tips | 07/03/2026

Blackpool vs Wigan Prediction and Betting Tips | 7 March 2026

Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert

5 March 2026 • 16:02 UTC • 1 min read

Blackpool vs Wigan Prediction and Betting Tips 7 March 2026

Blackpool take on Wigan Athletic in what looks like a tightly contested League One encounter, with 1-0 our predicted outcome. Blackpool head into the match after a heavy 4–0 defeat to Lincoln, but they will be boosted by the return of key defender James Husband from suspension. The Seasiders tend to perform better at Bloomfield Road, winning 50% of their home games and collecting 1.50 points per match there. They average 1.00 goal scored and 1.50 conceded at home, suggesting fairly balanced matches.

The Latics, on the other hand, head into the match in better spirits after a 1–0 win over Huddersfield, though midfielder Owen Moxon is a doubt. Despite that victory, Wigan’s away record is extremely poor, failing to win any of their recent away games and averaging just 0.20 points per match on the road. Their defensive numbers away from home are particularly worrying, conceding 3.80 goals per game, which is one of the key weaknesses heading into this clash.

Considering Blackpool’s stronger home form and Wigan’s struggles on the road, the hosts should have the edge. Therefore, we predict Home Win, alongside Over 1.5 goals (73% H2H), and Blackpool to Win to Nil.

This League 1 match will be played on Saturday 7 March 2026 at 15:00.

What is our Blackpool vs Wigan prediction?

Our prediction for this match: Blackpool 1 - 0 Wigan

Blackpool vs Wigan Betting Tips

Correct Score: 1-0 @ 700 Odds
Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ -106 Odds
Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -400 Odds
Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -143 Odds
Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Under 1.5 Goals @ 225 Odds
Anytime Goalscorer: Ashley Fletcher @ 187 Odds
First Goalscorer: Ashley Fletcher @ 550 Odds
Asian Handicap: Blackpool +0.5 @ -211 Odds
European Handicap: Blackpool +1 @ -225 Odds
Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
Shots on Target (Total): Over 2.5
Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
Double Chance: 1X @ -225 Odds
Draw No Bet: Blackpool to Win @ -120 Odds
Half Time/Full Time: Blackpool to Win/Blackpool to Win @ 333 Odds
Clean Sheet: Blackpool - Yes @ 225 Odds

Where Can You Place Bets on Blackpool vs Wigan?

You can place your bets on Blackpool vs Wigan at the following bookmakers:

18+. GambleAware.org. New GB customers only. Min £10 debit card deposit. Place a £10+ bet at Evens or greater (2.0) each leg on Sports within 7 days. Opt in for £20 in free bets. Valid for 7 days. Geographical restrictions and T&C’s apply. #Ad / GambleAware.org / 18+

View Offer

Best 🏆

Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required. #Ad / GambleAware.org / 18+

View Offer

18+. New customers using Promo code TOP30 only, Min £10/€10/$10 stake, min odds 1.5, free bets paid as 2 x £15/€15/$15, free bets credited after settlement of first qualifying bet, free bets will expire 30 days after the qualifying bet is settled, payment method/player/country restrictions apply. See full terms below. Play responsibly. Gamblingtherapy.org #Ad / GambleAware.org / 18+

View Offer

18+ New UK+ROI customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet types excl. Min first £/€5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 to get 4 x £/€5 free bets (selected sportsbook markets only, valid 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply. #Ad / GambleAware.org / 18+

View Offer

18+ New UK+ROI Customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet types excl. Min first £/€5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 to get 4x £/€5 free bets. Free bets available to use on selected sportsbook markets only. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply. #Ad / GambleAware.org / 18+

View Offer

Blackpool Team Form and Stats

Form	Results	Points Per Game
Overall	llwlldlwdl	0.80
Home	wllw	1.50
Away	lllddl	0.33

Stats	Overall	Home	Away
Win %	20%	50%	0%
Average Goals Per Game	2.90	2.50	3.17
Scored	1.00	1.00	1.00
Conceded	1.90	1.50	2.17
BTTS	50%	25%	67%
Clean Sheets	20%	50%	0%
Failed to Score	30%	25%	33%
Expected Goals	1.08	1.10	1.07
Expected Goals Against	1.85	1.86	1.85

Wigan Team Form and Stats

Form	Results	Points Per Game
Overall	ldlllllwlw	0.70
Home	lllww	1.20
Away	dllll	0.20

Stats	Overall	Home	Away
Win %	20%	40%	0%
Average Goals Per Game	3.20	1.40	5.00
Scored	0.90	0.60	1.20
Conceded	2.30	0.80	3.80
BTTS	40%	20%	60%
Clean Sheets	20%	40%	0%
Failed to Score	40%	40%	40%
Expected Goals	1.09	1.14	1.05
Expected Goals Against	1.63	1.33	1.92