Stand-in boss sees Pool undone by old problem

Stephen Dobbie was pleased with some of the signs he saw in his first game back as Blackpool's interim head coach - despite being on the end of a 1-0 defeat to Stockport County.

- by Amos Wynn

Dale Taylor has a shot at goal during at Edgeley Park on Saturday (photos: Gareth Evans)

(Gareth Evans)

A second-half header from Joseph Olowu proved to be the difference between the two sides at Edgeley Park, as the Seasiders' run of defeats on the road this season was extended to six games.

Dobbie found himself faced with the same problems as sacked manager Steve Bruce.

But he did see a late step up in intensity from his side.

Reflecting on the game, he said: "The character of the lads was unbelievable.

"I think coming to a place like this when they're flying high, we had to sit in for the first half an hour and defend our box.