With that in mind, how are the Seasiders going to line-up?
1. GK - Chris Maxwell
With Dan Grimshaw nailed on to be Blackpool's number one for Saturday's curtain raiser, Maxwell is likely to get some minutes at Mill Farm tonight. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
2. RB - Rob Apter
Apter has been one of Blackpool's standout performers in pre-season, even though he's been playing out of position. Jack Moore will also be pushing to feature. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
3. CB - Rhys Williams
With Marvin Ekpiteta missing Sunday's game through illness and Richard Keogh and Doug Tharme carrying knocks, Williams may have to start for the second straight game. Photo: Peter Powell
4. CB - Jordan Thorniley
Tonight's game provides Thorniley with one final chance to stake a claim for Saturday's opener. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. LB - Dominic Thompson
Blackpool's new recruit could get a first runout of the season to show fans what he can do. Photo: Blackpool FC
6. CM - Kenny Dougall
The Aussie didn't start against Everton on Sunday, so he's likely to get the nod at Mill Farm tonight. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth