Neil Critchley lays down challenge to Dan Ballard after Arsenal loanee scores his first Blackpool goal

It comes after the Arsenal loanee netted his first goal for the Seasiders in Tuesday night’s 1-1 draw against Crewe Alexandra.

The 21-year-old met Luke Garbutt’s corner at the near post to head past Dave Richards to give Blackpool a first-half lead.

“It was a terrific delivery from Garbs,” Critchley said.

“It’s something we’ve been working on quite a bit in training because we want to get more out of our set-piece situations.

“It was a great delivery and a fantastic header at the near post.

“Danny has got to bring that to his game, he’s got to add goals from set-pieces because defenders that weigh in with a few goals during the season will be worth their weight in gold.”

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