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CARDIFF CITY v BLACKPOOL
Championship
Saturday 25th April 3.00pm.
Cardiff City Stadium

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Cardiff City : Marshall, Peltier, Fabio, Ecuele Manga, Morrison, Gunnarsson, Ralls, Noone, Kennedy, Mason, Doyle.

Subs: Moore, Turner, Gabbidon, Pilkington, O’Keefe, Harris, Maynard.

" UPDATED DAILY "

Nicky Maynard a surprise return.

Peter Whittingham ruled out.

" Cardiff City set to welcome Ben Turner, Kagisho Dikgacoi and Anthony Pilkington back for Blackpool visit after lay-offs "

Cardiff may be forced to play Doyle and Joe Mason in attack, with Conor McAleny unlikely to return after he was injured in the victory over Leeds United earlier this month.

City could also change in midfield with Fabio, who was dropped in favour of Craig Noone against Millwall, in contention to start.


Russell Slade is hoping to sign off with a win against already relegated Blackpool,who have not won away this season.

Scott Malone is doubtful for the final home match of the season after suffering a calf strain against Millwall.

Kagisho Dikgacoi is hoping to be among the subs after coming through a development game against Swansea City on Monday evening.

Connor McAleny is recovering from a hamstring injury and is joinsd by Federico Macheda, Alex Revell and Nicky Maynard in the treatment room.





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' CARDIFF CITY '

Russell Slade will decide later this week if Ben Turner will play from the start on Saturday after coming through a few development games recently, Slade wants to see Turner back in the starting 11 and hopes the 6'4" centre half comes through another full weeks training with no ill effects, if he does then Turner will be likely to start.

Scott Malone is doubtful for the final home match of the season after suffering a calf strain against Millwall.

Kagisho Dikgacoi is hoping to be among the subs after coming through a development game against Swansea City on Monday evening.

Connor McAleny is recovering from a hamstring injury and is joinsd by Federico Macheda, Alex Revell and Nicky Maynard in the treatment room.

' BLACKPOOL '


Blackpool may look to continue with Tom Barkhuizen at right back against the Bluebirds while Darren O'Dea, who recently returned from injury against Derby and last week's defeat to Fulham, looks set to remain in the starting lineup.

Clark also has to decide whether to keep Henry Cameron in attack alongside Gary Madine, having shown faith in the 17-year-old in recent games.
Blackpool have not won once away this season


Blackpool close the book on away games for the season on Saturday, when they travel to Wales and take on mid-table Cardiff City.

It's the final throw of the dice for The Seasiders, who will go the full season without a victory on the road should they fail to pick up three points.

With a win, draw and loss to show from their previous three visits to the Cardiff City Stadium, a victory would provide Pool with their only double of the season.


Possible Lineups

Cardiff City

1 Marshall
2 Peltier
5 Manga
36 Morrison
3 Fabio
11 Noone
17 Gunnarsson
7 Whittingham
21 Ralls
13 Doyle
24 Mason

Blackpool

21 Parish
27 Barkhuizen
6 Clarke P
48 O'Dea
18 Dunne
22 V Bolivar
4 Perkins
11 Orlandi
31 O'Hara
40 Cameron
24 Madine

Preview

Blackpool Football Club are an English football club founded in 1887 and based in the Lancashire seaside town of Blackpool. For the 2014–15 English season, the team are competing in the Football League Championship, the second tier of professional football in England, for the fourth-consecutive season. When they reached the Premier League, at the end of the 2009–10 campaign, Blackpool became the first club in English football to have won promotion from every division of the Football League via the play-off system.

Blackpool's home ground has been Bloomfield Road since 1901. Their main nickname is the Seasiders, but they are also called the 'Pool and the Tangerines, the latter in reference to the colour of their home kit, which is often referred to as orange. The club's motto is Progress, as featured on the club crest. Blackpool have a local rivalry with Preston North End, and matches between the two clubs are known as the West Lancashire derby. They have not met in the League since February 2010.

Blackpool's most notable achievement is winning the 1953 FA Cup Final, the so-called "Matthews Final", in which they beat Bolton Wanderers 4–3, overturning a 1–3 deficit in the closing stages of the game. During that post-war period, Blackpool made three FA Cup Final appearances in six years and, during the 1950s, had four top-six finishes in the Football League First Division, their best position being runners-up to Manchester United in the 1955–56 season. In 1953, four Blackpool players were in the England team against Hungary at Wembley, causing the Daily Mirror to declare that "Blackpool are playing Hungary today", though England lost. Blackpool's least successful period was in the 1980s particularly when, in the 1982–83 season, they finished 21st in English League football's lowest tier, their lowest-ever League finish.

Lee Clark was appointed manager on 29 October 2014, replacing José Riga, who was sacked two days earlier after fifteen games in charge.

Form - Last 5 Games

Cardiff

Sat 04/04/15 CHA Reading 1 - 1 Cardiff City
Sat 06/04/15 CHA Cardiff City 0 - 3 Bolton
Sat 11/04/15 CHA Leeds 1 - 2 Cardiff City
Tue 14/04/15 CHA Ipswich 3 - 1 Cardiff City
Sat 18/04/15 CHA Cardiff City 0 - 0 Millwall

Blackpool

Sat 04/04/15 CHA Bolton Wanderers 1 - 1 Blackpool
Tue 07/04/15 CHA Blackpool 1 - 1 Reading
Sat 11/04/15 CHA Ipswich Town 3 - 2 Blackpool
Tue 14/04/15 CHA Derby County 4 - 0 Blackpool
Sat 18/04/15 CHA Blackpool 0 - 1 Fulham


Last 5 meetings

2014/2015 Fri 03 Oct Blackpool 1 - 0 Cardiff City Championship
2012/2013 Sat 19 Jan Blackpool 1 - 2 Cardiff City Championship
2012/2013 Sat 29 Sep Cardiff City 3 - 0 Blackpool Championship
2011/2012 Sat 04 Feb Cardiff City 1 - 3 Blackpool Championship
2011/2012 Sat 17 Sep Blackpool 1 - 1 Cardiff City Championship

Previous Highlights



Match Odds

Cardiff 8/15
Draw 3
Blackpool 5

Tickets

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The easiest way is to book online.

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On loan Cardiff City goalkeeper Joe Lewis has now undergone surgery following the ankle injury he picked up in the game against Reading earlier in the month.

The stopper has now been officially ruled out for the remainder of the season following the surgery that took place on Friday and manager Lee Clark explained to the Official Site that he had picked up ligament damage and surgery was the only option.

'There was damage to his ligaments, decent to one and minor to another. The surgeon wanted to have a look at it and he's repaired it. We knew he was out for the season, but it's going to be a bit further into his summer holidays when he's back fit again. From the initial prognosis it'll probably put him back two or three weeks. Personally it's a bit of a blow, but he'll have plenty of time to recover.'

Since coming to us, amid plenty of speculation about wages, contract buy options and the like that has surrounded the keeper this season, he has made 36 appearances for us across all competitions and presumably he now heads back to Cardiff for further treatment and rehabilitation.

Read more: http://www.blackpool.vitalfootball.co.u ... z3XmvKe8wZ

4-0.

1-2.

City 4 Blackpool 0

Purely because half of our team are already on their holidays and that we cannot score plus we are very poor at home and that they are a bogey team for us City 0 Blackpool 2. 5/1 to win at Ladbrokes

City 4 Blackpool 0

Those drugs have kicked in

I just hope we win

I just hope we win

2-1 City

Cardiff 3 blackpool 1 ..... Slade will be a hero

have a sad gut feeling that blackpool will win this one.

City 0-1 blackpool
either blackpool will score within the first 15 minutes, or in the last 5 minutes

city 0 blackpool 2

CITY 3 - 0 BLACKPOOL

Cardiff 2-0 Blackpool.x

0-0

were going to win this one boys

Got 0-0 written all over it.

Stephen Martin To Officiate Fixture

Stephen Martin will referee Blackpool's Sky Bet Championship fixture at Cardiff City on Saturday.

The official, who will be assisted by John Law and Andy Quin, was last in charge of a game involving The Seasiders in January, when Lee Clark's side beat Millwall 1-0.

Stuart Attwell will be on fourth official duties at Cardiff City Stadium.

Russell Slade will decide later this week if Ben Turner will play from the start on Saturday after coming through a few development games recently, Slade wants to see Turner back in the starting 11 and hopes the 6'4" centre half comes through another full weeks training with no ill effects, if he does then Turner will be likely to start.

Scott Malone is doubtful for the final home match of the season after suffering a calf strain against Millwall.

Kagisho Dikgacoi is hoping to be among the subs after coming through a development game against Swansea City on Monday evening.

Connor McAleny is recovering from a hamstring injury and is joinsd by Federico Macheda, Alex Revell and Nicky Maynard in the treatment room.

' So Millwall Lose again tonight ' Now Blackpool

So Millwall lose again tonight,with one of the worst away records in football, yet we struggled to even draw with them last Saturday.

Blackburn 2 Millwall 0

So no more pussy footing around, we play Blackpool on Saturday at home once again, they have won 4 games and lost 27 games,conceded 88 goals,already relegated and since relegation have lost their 3 games, so for me it has to be a 3 or 4 nil for City surely?

We at least deserve something,for just making the effort to go

City are worried that this could be the lowest ever actual attendance in a League at the Cardiff City Stadium, so turn up in your numbers,no more Unwanted records please this season

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FESTIVAL OF SPORT 2015 WHAT'S THIS ALL ABOUT?


This Saturday, April 25th, Cardiff City Football Club will be hosting its inaugural 'Festival of Sport' running in conjunction with the Bluebirds' final 2014/15 home Sky Bet Championship fixture against Blackpool.



The FREE event is being held as a 'thank you' to those who supported Cardiff City's Foundation Day earlier in the spring and, of course, the Football Club over the course of the 2014/15 campaign.



FREE, YOU SAY?



Yes. The Cardiff City Festival of Sport will begin at midday on Saturday and run throughout the course of the match-day afternoon. All aspects of the day, including participation events, are FREE to those with a valid match-day ticket for Cardiff City versus Blackpool. There are no catches this is a 'thank you', on us.



TELL ME MORE...



The heart of the 2015 Festival of Sport will be set in the away supporter car park and at the rear of the Peter's Pies Family Stand at Cardiff City Stadium.



Those of you looking for a touch of exuberance and wild abandon can enjoy the CCS Funfair, courtesy of Norman Sayers Amusements while those who are inclined for a bit of friendly competition can venture towards the CCS Celebrity Sports Stations.



CELEBRITY SPORTS STATIONS? WHAT ARE THEY AND CAN I WIN ANYTHING?



Yes, you certainly can! Five CCS Celebrity Sports Stations, hosted and co-ordinated by the Football Club's award-winning Community & Education Foundation Staff, will allow competitors of all ages the opportunity to try out a multitude of sports that they may not have tried before. These include cricket, basketball and climbing (as well as football) and we'll have a host of Cardiff City Senior and U21 players on hand to chat to you about the new activities, prior to the 3pm City v Blackpool kick-off.



Even more exciting is the fact that in the build-up to kick-off, Foundation Staff will be keeping their eyes peeled for the best parent/guardian & child combination (Bluebirds Combo) to represent their specific stations on the CCS pitch at half time. A simple challenge at this stage in front of the live CCS crowd - will give one lucky Bluebirds Combo the chance to head to the players' dressing room area post-match to meet their heroes! Cue the selfies and autographs!



BUT I WON'T GET THERE EARLY ENOUGH TO HIT THE SPORTS STATIONS!


No sweat. Throughout the week, Cardiff City supporters are encouraged to nominate themselves for the half-time pitch challenge by using Cardiff City social media channels (Facebook & Twitter) to post a Bluebirds Combo selfie. So, that means a selfie of a junior Bluebird with his or her parent/guardian in City colours of course! Use the #BluebirdsSport hashtag when you post your pic channels are now OPEN!



SOUNDS FUN. ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?



You've got the basics but there'll be a lot more on offer throughout the day to keep you and your youngsters entertained. Cardiff City Football Club are welcoming 'Street Depot' on site to highlight new catering alternatives for the 2015/16 season you'll find them situated near the sports stations at the back of the Family Stand. We've got music covered too, with a number of special guests on hand to entertain you.



And remember this is a Cardiff City 'thank you' and a chance to experience things you may not have previously experienced in the build-up to a normal match-day. We're confident you'll have a great time and we won't be pestering you for your pounds and pennies.



For more information on the event, please [email]emailfitc@cardiffcityfc.org.uk.[/email] Further updates will be posted via the official site throughout the week, and through the club's official social network channels [email]-@CardiffCityFC[/email](Twitter) and facebook.com/CardiffCityFC remember those Bluebirds Combo selfies!
Read more at http://www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk/news/article/festival-of-spor t-2015-are-you-a-bluebirds-combo-2416387.aspx#M0zKgQJQUBW8BS wy.99

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FESTIVAL OF SPORT 2015 WHAT'S THIS ALL ABOUT?


This Saturday, April 25th, Cardiff City Football Club will be hosting its inaugural 'Festival of Sport' running in conjunction with the Bluebirds' final 2014/15 home Sky Bet Championship fixture against Blackpool.



The FREE event is being held as a 'thank you' to those who supported Cardiff City's Foundation Day earlier in the spring and, of course, the Football Club over the course of the 2014/15 campaign.



FREE, YOU SAY?



Yes. The Cardiff City Festival of Sport will begin at midday on Saturday and run throughout the course of the match-day afternoon. All aspects of the day, including participation events, are FREE to those with a valid match-day ticket for Cardiff City versus Blackpool. There are no catches this is a 'thank you', on us.



TELL ME MORE...



The heart of the 2015 Festival of Sport will be set in the away supporter car park and at the rear of the Peter's Pies Family Stand at Cardiff City Stadium.



Those of you looking for a touch of exuberance and wild abandon can enjoy the CCS Funfair, courtesy of Norman Sayers Amusements while those who are inclined for a bit of friendly competition can venture towards the CCS Celebrity Sports Stations.



CELEBRITY SPORTS STATIONS? WHAT ARE THEY AND CAN I WIN ANYTHING?



Yes, you certainly can! Five CCS Celebrity Sports Stations, hosted and co-ordinated by the Football Club's award-winning Community & Education Foundation Staff, will allow competitors of all ages the opportunity to try out a multitude of sports that they may not have tried before. These include cricket, basketball and climbing (as well as football) and we'll have a host of Cardiff City Senior and U21 players on hand to chat to you about the new activities, prior to the 3pm City v Blackpool kick-off.



Even more exciting is the fact that in the build-up to kick-off, Foundation Staff will be keeping their eyes peeled for the best parent/guardian & child combination (Bluebirds Combo) to represent their specific stations on the CCS pitch at half time. A simple challenge at this stage in front of the live CCS crowd - will give one lucky Bluebirds Combo the chance to head to the players' dressing room area post-match to meet their heroes! Cue the selfies and autographs!



BUT I WON'T GET THERE EARLY ENOUGH TO HIT THE SPORTS STATIONS!


No sweat. Throughout the week, Cardiff City supporters are encouraged to nominate themselves for the half-time pitch challenge by using Cardiff City social media channels (Facebook & Twitter) to post a Bluebirds Combo selfie. So, that means a selfie of a junior Bluebird with his or her parent/guardian in City colours of course! Use the #BluebirdsSport hashtag when you post your pic channels are now OPEN!



SOUNDS FUN. ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?



You've got the basics but there'll be a lot more on offer throughout the day to keep you and your youngsters entertained. Cardiff City Football Club are welcoming 'Street Depot' on site to highlight new catering alternatives for the 2015/16 season you'll find them situated near the sports stations at the back of the Family Stand. We've got music covered too, with a number of special guests on hand to entertain you.



And remember this is a Cardiff City 'thank you' and a chance to experience things you may not have previously experienced in the build-up to a normal match-day. We're confident you'll have a great time and we won't be pestering you for your pounds and pennies.



For more information on the event, please [email]emailfitc@cardiffcityfc.org.uk.[/email][/email][/email] Further updates will be posted via the official site throughout the week, and through the club's official social network channels [email]-@CardiffCityFC[/email][/email][/email](Twitter) and facebook.com/CardiffCityFC remember those Bluebirds Combo selfies!
Read more at http://www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk/news/art ... al-of-spor t-2015-are-you-a-bluebirds-combo-2416387.aspx#M0zKgQJQUBW8BS wy.99

An eye-watering 53 of Blackpool's shipped goals have come on the road, meaning Lee Clark’s troubled Tangerines have conceded an average of 2.41 goals every time they go away from home. (Quote)

If we only score two goals thats below average so there is your barometer. We have been shocking at home so we could even lose! If we lose it should be....

Blackpool FC

Blackpool have not won once away this season

Thurs 23rd April 2015

Blackpool close the book on away games for the season on Saturday, when they travel to Wales and take on mid-table Cardiff City.

It's the final throw of the dice for The Seasiders, who will go the full season without a victory on the road should they fail to pick up three points.

With a win, draw and loss to show from their previous three visits to the Cardiff City Stadium, a victory would provide Pool with their only double of the season.

Cardiff City v Blackpool FC: Why Bluebirds must finish with a win at Cardiff City Stadium against rock-bottom Seasiders

Thurs 23 April 2015

By Terry Phillips

The Bluebirds have their last chance of the season to win - and perform - in front of their own supporters against Blackpool on Saturday


Russell Slade’s Cardiff City tenure started with a 1-0 defeat against Blackpool, albeit in an unofficial capacity after travelling up on the team coach and watching from a public area of Bloomfield Road ahead of his unveiling as manager the following week.

There are many Bluebirds fans who will be wondering whether the wheel comes full circle and the return clash with Blackpool proves to be Slade’s last home match in charge of Cardiff.

The Cardiff City Stadium curtain will be brought down on what has been a truly woeful Championship campaign for the Bluebirds when relegated, rock-bottom Blackpool arrive in the Welsh capital this weekend.

Slade’s men still have an away game at Nottingham Forest on Saturday week, but they simply MUST take three points from their final home league match of the season to avoid inflicting even deeper despair among Bluebirds fans.

Too many fans simply don’t believe in Slade. Supporters are also angry with owner Vincent Tan, who has not been forgiven for the rebrand despite the switch back to blue, and that fury will only fester over the summer months unless something is tangible is done to revive interest and offer hope.

Blackpool are already relegated and haven't won away once this season. If we lose then Slade should be sacked.

Blackpool are already relegated and haven't won away once this season. If we lose then Slade should be sacked.

Russell Slade is hoping to sign off with a win against already relegated Blackpool,who have not won away this season.