North End were defeated in the reverse fixture back in October so Saturday’s early kick off is a must win for Ryan Lowe and his men, but that is not uncharted territory.
This weekend’s home side were in the same spot this time last year but came up trumps when it mattered, Cameron Archer scoring the only goal of the game as the Lilywhties were victorious.
With Blackpool potentially departing the division at the end of the season, it could be the last chance that PNE have to redeem themselves for some time.
1. Getting acquainted
Blackpool's Gary Madine tangles with Preston North End's Andrew Hughes Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
2. The North End faithful
Preston North End fans at Deepdale Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
3. Viva Tom Finney
Preston North End fans pay tribute with a giant Tom Finney banner Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
4. Three points in the bag
Preston North End's Ben Whiteman, Ali McCann, Andrew Hughes and Alan Browne celebrate after the game Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd