Blackpool FC player ratings: New signing among four players to score 8/10 in EFL Trophy win against Barrow- in pictures
Amos Wynn
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O'Donnell made a superb save in the second half to preserve the Seasiders' lead. (Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns)
Sonny Carey and Kylian Kouassi were both on the scoresheet for the Seasiders at Holker Street.
Neil Critchley made nine changes to the side that overcame Wigan Athletic at the weekend, with only Callum Connolly and Jensen Weir remaining in the starting 11.
Blackpool dominated the first half, but struggled to create too many clear opportunities.
Doug Tharme was solid in his first start for the club, with some commanding moments in the air. He did have to be more careful after being booked towards the end of the first half. (Photo: CameraSport - David Horton)
Dembele fired a couple of shots off target, while Owen Dale had an attempt deflected wide.
The opener eventually came in the 44th minute, with Carey calmly moving the ball onto his right foot before curling a shot past Josh Lillis.
In the second half, Barrow gave the Tangerines a much sterner test.
The closest chance they had came through Courtney Duffus, who forced a superb save from Richard O’Donnell.
It was a solid enough display from the centre back. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Despite the Bluebirds’ pressure, the Seasiders were able to confirm the victory heading into the latter stages, with Kylian Kouassi marking his debut with a goal, after a good break down the right side from Albie Morgan.
Here is how the Seaisders performed:
Connolly was a rock for Blackpool once again, with a number of important contributions. (Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd)
Weir enjoyed some bright moments down the right side. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Dougall provided a good link between defence and attack. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Virtue provided some great attacking contributions, including his pass forward in the build-up to Carey's goal.The midfielder was replaced by Tashan Oakley-Booth at the break. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Dominic Thompson had some promising moments going forward, and got back well in defence. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
It was impressive debut for Dembele, with the attacker looking lively throughout his hour on the pitch. If he is able to build on this display then he will be a fantastic option for Critchley. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Carey showed plenty of composure to open the scoring for the Seasiders, calmly switching the ball on his right foot before curling a shot past Lillis. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
There were some good moments from Dale, but he appeared to lack confidence at times. (Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth)
Tashan Oakley-Booth (6/10), Matthew Pennington and Albie Morgan (both 7/10), Kwalu Donkor (6.5/10), Kylian Kouassi (7.5/10)
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