'Effort, spirit and desire' just what Evatt wanted

Ian Evatt remains pleased with the progress his Blackpool side are making following their 1-0 victory over Scunthorpe United in the first round of the FA Cup.

- by Amos Wynn

Ashley Fletcher scores Blackpool's winner in the FA Cup first-round tie against Scunthorpe

(Gareth Evans)

Ashley Fletcher's first-half goal proved to be enough for victory in the head coach's first home game in charge following his appointment a fortnight ago.

The visiting National League outfit did apply plenty of pressure after falling behind, but couldn't find that moment of quality to strike back.

"These games are never easy," Evatt said.

"I've played in a lot of these, I've coached a lot of these - credit to Scunthorpe, they came and had a good go. They're a team playing full of confidence and were throwing everything at us.