Jim on Cup Draw - Ipswich Town News
Boss Jim Magilton says the Blues' fifth round FA Cup draw at Watford will give his side a stern test. The Town manager says he would have preferred a home tie but isn't too disappointed with the relatively short trip to Vicarage Road.
Magilton told the club site: "We know a bit about Watford having played them last season and it will give us a guide to how far we've come, and how far we have to go to be a Premiership club.
"It will be a good test for us and, while it would have been nice to have been at home, it's not too far for our fans to travel.
"I'm sure we will have good support down there and we will be looking forward to it."
The game will take place on either Saturday, 17th February or Sunday, 18th February.
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