U21s in Cup Action - Ipswich Town News

Town are in U21 Premier League Cup second qualifying round action against Charlton Athletic at Portman Road this evening (KO 7pm).

The Blues are expected to field a number of first team players against the Addicks.

Entry is free for season ticket holders with prices otherwise £3 for adults and £1 for concessions and juniors.

The Blues took part in the U21 Premier League Cup for the first time last season, beating Swansea 2-1 at Portman Road in the second qualifying round before losing 1-0 to Southampton, also at home.

The 19 clubs with Category One academies enter the competition at the next stage, the first round proper.

The U21s were previously scheduled to play Crewe Alexandra at Playford Road in an U21 Professional Development League Two South game today but that match will now take place on Monday 28th March.

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