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Blackpool captain Charlie Adam misses out as he serves a one-game ban.
The Seasiders remain without several players, including Marlon Harewood and Matt Gilks for a game which faces a midday pitch inspection on Boxing Day.
Liverpool welcome back skipper Steven Gerrard, who has recovered from a hamstring problem.
Daniel Agger is also available after injury, while Fernando Torres will return after being rested for the Reds' Europa League game with FC Utrecht.
Blackpool
Suspended: Adam (one match)
Injured/unavailable: Almond (shoulder), Baptiste, Clarke, Gilks & Martin (all knee), Basham (leg), Harewood & Sylvestre (hamstring), Rachubka (ineligible)
Liverpool
Injured: Carragher (shoulder), Spearing (ankle)
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