Fylde_Coast_derby

Fylde Coast derby

Fylde Coast derby

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The Fylde Coast derby[1][2][3][4] is the name given to the regional football rivalry between the two Football League clubs situated in the Fylde Coast area of Lancashire – Blackpool and Fleetwood Town, first contested in 1980.[5] Blackpool play at Bloomfield Road while Fleetwood play at Highbury Stadium, the two grounds separated by 8.5 miles (13.7 km).

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The rivalry between Blackpool and Fleetwood Town started very recently, dating back to 2015–16 Football League One, after Blackpool were relegated from 2014–15 Football League Championship. As of the end of the 2023-2024 season, the two clubs have met a total of 15 times in all competitions, with Blackpool winning eight games compared to Fleetwood's solitary victory.[6]

All-time results

League

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Cups

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Crossing the Divide

The following players have played for both clubs in the EFL and/or affiliated Cup competitions such as the FA Cup, Football League Cup or EFL Trophy.

Played for Both

Other Connections

The following players have either managed both, played for one or managed the other or been on the coaching staff of one or both clubs.

References

  1. [1]
    "The Football League's first Fylde Coast derby: Blackpool v Fleetwood Town". www.efl.com. English Football League. 27 November 2015. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
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    "Blackpool 1-0 Fleetwood: Hosts win Fylde coast derby". www.skysports.com. Sky Sports. 28 November 2015. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
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    "Fleetwood v Blackpool: key Fylde coast derby". www.thefootballab.co.uk. The Football Lab. 22 April 2016. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
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    "Fylde coast amateur football: Derby clashes in West Lancashire League; 21st Century Windows make their point in Sunday Alliance". www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk. Blackpool Gazette. 11 December 2019. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
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    "FA Cup 1980/1981". www.worldfootball.net. WorldFootball. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
  6. [6]
    "Blackpool FC » Record against Fleetwood Town". www.worldfootball.net. WorldFootball. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
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