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Blackpool Battles Rotherham: Blood, Sweat, Tears Victory
30 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Blackpool secured a 4-0 win over Rotherham on December 30, 2025.
- Manager Ian Evatt emphasized the 'blood, sweat and tears' effort required.
- Rotherham's fifth consecutive loss highlighted player body language issues.
Blackpool achieved a significant 4-0 victory against Rotherham at Bloomfield Road on December 30, 2025, extending their unbeaten streak to five matches. Goals from Josh Bowler, Danny Imray, Ashley Fletcher, and Tom Bloxham sealed the win, though manager Ian Evatt stressed the hard-fought nature of the contest.
Evatt described the game as demanding "blood, sweat and tears," noting that while the team showed moments of quality, they had to win numerous duels. The second-half red card for Rotherham's Jamal Baptiste aided Blackpool, but Evatt felt his side was in control.
For Rotherham, the defeat marked their fifth consecutive loss. Head coach Matt Hamshaw was critical of his players' performance, citing a lack of character and leadership. He acknowledged the need for significant improvement ahead of upcoming home fixtures.
