Plymouth Argyle surged into the League One automatic promotion places with a 4-2 victory at Blackpool on Saturday. The win, their third in a row, lifted Tom Cleverley's side to third in the standings on 13 points after seven games.

Oliver Irow led the comeback with two goals after Jordan Brown had put the hosts ahead. Harvey White added a third before Jerry Yates pulled one back for Blackpool, but Aribim Pepple's late finish secured the points. The result leaves Plymouth just two points behind leaders Bradford City.

Head coach Tom Cleverley pointed to his team's mentality as the key factor in their rise. He highlighted their response after falling behind and their composure when Blackpool threatened a comeback, noting the team's impressive work rate of 1,234 goal minutes in recent matches.

"I've seen us, not shrink, but I've seen us after a flat 15 minutes lose confidence and think 'this is not what we're expecting'," Cleverley said. "So it's a massive tick to ride that wave, and then at 3-2, the calmness and the professionalism of the players."

Cleverley, who took charge at Home Park at the start of last season, said the squad's ambition extends beyond simply reaching the top six. The Pilgrims entered the play-off places for the first time last week and have now cemented a position in the top three.

Their recent form shows four wins from their last five matches, with the only defeat coming against Championship side Leicester City in the EFL Cup.

Plymouth's next challenge, is a home match against Burton Albion this Saturday. Burton currently sit 12th in the table, providing another test for a Plymouth side brimming with confidence.

Plymouth Argyle host Crystal Palace U21 in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday. The club confirmed the fixture for September 22 at Home Park. Head coach Tom Cleverley is expected to rotate his squad, which sits third in League One with 13 points from seven games. The Pilgrims are on a three-game winning run in the league, having scored 14 goals this season.

Blackpool manager Ian Evatt explained his decision to substitute defender Josh Earl during the 4-2 defeat to Plymouth Argyle. Earl was withdrawn before the hour mark. Evatt said, "I just thought we were making too many errors, and Josh was part of that." The manager added his side is currently too easy to score against. Plymouth, who have scored 14 goals this season, won the match with goals from Oliver Irow (2), Harvey White and Aribim Pepple.

Head coach Tom Cleverley told reporters that his side's mentality and confidence has longevity. He said, "That mentality and confidence in themselves has got longevity." Cleverley added he saw a group of players hungry for more than just a top-six place. Plymouth, third in League One with 13 points from seven games, have scored 14 goals this season.