Leeds United vs Blackpool preview - Pearce back from ban

Leeds skipper Jason Pearce is expected to return to the starting line-up against Blackpool after missing the midweek draw against Charlton through suspension.

Pearce is likely to partner Liam Cooper in central defence as Giuseppe Bellusci, who also has a hamstring injury, received his fifth booking of the season on Tuesday night and sits out a one-game ban.

Head coach Neil Redfearn is hoping both striker Billy Sharp and midfielder Rudy Austin can shake off the respective knocks that have kept them out of the last three matches.

Leeds are without a win in their last eight games and Redfearn is bidding for his first win in his third match since taking permanent charge.

Tony McMahon is banned again for Blackpool's trip to Elland Road.

The Seasiders skipper was sent off against Fulham in midweek, much to manager Lee Clark's fury, having only recently served a suspension at the end of last month for five yellow cards.

Midfielder Jamie O'Hara could make his first Sky Bet Championship appearance in two seasons after signing a short-term deal with the club prior to the 2-2 draw with Fulham.

Jose Cubero (ankle), Gary MacKenzie (knee) and Steven Davies (groin) all remained sidelined for the Seasiders, who are bidding to win for the first time under Clark.