Peterborough United face a tough League One test away at Blackpool this Saturday, 29th August. The Posh head to Bloomfield Road sitting 13th in the table with three points from two games, a record of one win and one loss, according to the BBC's pre-match data.
How have Peterborough United started the season?
Darren Ferguson's side have had a mixed opening to the campaign. They began with a 2-1 League One victory over Mansfield Town but then suffered a 2-0 defeat to Bradford City. Their cup form has offered some encouragement, with wins over Bristol Rovers and a 5-1 thrashing of Watford in the League Cup. A friendly loss to West Bromwich Albion rounds out their recent results. Their current league standing shows two goals scored and three conceded, leaving them with a negative goal difference of one. They are already three points behind early leaders Bradford City.
What is Peterborough United's recent away record?
The statistics reveal a major concern for the Posh. They are winless in their last nine away league games, a run stretching back to mid-February. That sequence includes two draws and seven defeats. In seven of those nine matches, they conceded two or more goals. This poor form on the road is a clear target for improvement if they are to challenge higher up the standings.
What is the head-to-head history with Blackpool?
Recent meetings have favoured the home side. Blackpool won the last encounter 3-1 at Bloomfield Road back in April. Earlier in the season, in October 2025, Peterborough lost 2-1 at home to the same opponents. The overall trend at Blackpool's ground is stark. The Seasiders have won four of the last six home league games against Peterborough, drawing one and losing one. In each of those four victories, they scored three or more goals.
Can Peterborough United break their Lancashire hoodoo?
There is a curious split in Peterborough's form against Lancashire sides. Their general away woes are severe, but specifically against teams from Lancashire, they have a better recent record. They have won four of their last six away league games against Lancashire clubs, drawing one and losing one. The BBC notes this equals their number of victories from their prior 15 combined trips to the county. This suggests they can perform in this specific fixture, despite the broader travel troubles.
What comes next for Peterborough United?
After the trip to Blackpool, attention quickly turns to a home fixture. Peterborough United host Stevenage at London Road on Tuesday, 1st September. Stevenage currently sit 19th in League One, presenting a potential opportunity for the Posh to build momentum. Fans can check the full schedule on the club's fixtures page. Ending the long away winless run at Bloomfield Road would provide a significant boost ahead of that match and the challenges of the season ahead.
