Grimsby Town vs Blackpool | Prediction | EFL Cup | 08/08

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08 Aug 2026 10:00

Grimsby Town and Blackpool face each other in an official match of the 2026/27 EFL Cup season. The game takes place at Blundell Park on Saturday, 08/08/2026, at 15:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for The Mariners vs Blackpool Football Club Limited, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Grimsby Town vs Blackpool

The top bookmakers have set the odds, and our team has analysed all relevant match data. See our expert match prediction below:

BTTS - Yes

Market: BTTS - Yes · @ 1.65

1.65

Confidence

67%

Last updated: 08-08-2026

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Our prediction is: Blackpool to win the 1st half

Blackpool will travel looking for a win against Grimsby Town. Even as the away side, expect Blackpool to be the primary aggressor in this match.

With Grimsby Town hardly in the best of form of late, Blackpool has the perfect opportunity to capture a half-time lead on their way to a win. So our betting tip is for Blackpool to win the first half.

Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

If you're expecting Grimsby Town vs Blackpool to be a goal fest, think again.

We predict the total to remain under 2.5 goals in this match as neither side figures to have enough attacking firepower to give the opposition's defence much trouble.

The Mariners preview

Grimsby Town comes into the match having played 0 games in the EFL Cup so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 28 wins, 14 draws, and 17 losses.

Grimsby Town's attack has scored 99 goals during this period. Out of this total, 0 goals were scored in the EFL Cup, averaging 0 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.68.

The offence system of Grimsby Town is led by Jaze Kabia as the top scorer of the season. The irish midfielder has scored 17 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Charles Vernam, who has contributed with 10 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 74 goals conceded in 59 matches, resulting in an average of 1.25.

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The Seasiders preview

On the other hand, Blackpool comes into the match having played 0 games in the EFL Cup so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026/27 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 21 wins, 9 draws, and 24 losses.

Blackpool's attack has scored 70 goals during this period. Out of this total, 0 goals were scored in the EFL Cup, averaging 0 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.3.

The offence system of Blackpool is led by Ashley Fletcher as the top scorer of the season. The english forward has scored 15 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Jordan Brown, who has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 76 goals conceded in 54 matches, resulting in an average of 1.41.

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