Blackpool's tactics have surprised Peterborough United manager

Like Blackpool and all League One clubs, Posh face a hectic programme in the run-up to Christmas, with nine games scheduled to be played in the space of 28 days.

Ferguson’s players have won eight of their first 12 games and are a point clear at the top of League One, though they are looking to bounce back from their 2-0 defeat at Crewe Alexandra last weekend.

The Posh boss said: “It’s a busy spell but we’ve managed the players well between games and we’ll have to keep doing that.

“It’s a tough game at the start of the run as Blackpool have hit some form.

“They were expected to do well this season after signing a lot of good players in the summer, but it took them a while to get going which can happen when you recruit a lot of players.

“Blackpool have played 4-4-2 in their last three games and won them all, so I expect the same formation and the same style of play this weekend.

“They will put plenty of balls into our penalty area towards Gary Madine, who is a real handful.

“I’m surprised they are playing like that but the manager has clearly looked for a different formula after a slow start and it’s been working for them.

“They have two dangerous wingers as well. CJ Hamilton is rapid, so he will need watching.”

Ferguson is focusing on his own side as he prepares for a demanding test tomorrow.

He added: “As always for us, it will be about how we play and we need redemption after a poor performance last week.

“We need to bounce back quickly to get over that, but we are still averaging over two points per game which is promotion form.

“We are very comfortable at home, so I am confident of a good performance and we’ll need one against very strong opponents.”

Thanks for reading. If you value what we do and are able to support us, a digital subscription is just £1 per month for the first two months. Try us today by clicking here