Reserves Face Leiston - Ipswich Town News
Strike pair Connor Wickham and Ronan Murray are set to continue their partnership tonight when the reserves face Leiston at Victory Road in the first round of the LB Group Suffolk FA Premier Cup (KO 7.45pm).
England U17 international Wickham netted twice and Republic of Ireland U19 cap Murray once in the U18 side’s 3-2 victory over Arsenal on Saturday.
Ed Upson, Jack Ainsley and Reggie Lambe are also set to play in a young second string side against the Ridgeons League Premier Division leaders.
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