U23s in Action at King's Lynn - Ipswich Town News
The Blues’ U23s are in friendly action against King’s Lynn Town at The Walks this evening (KO 7.30pm).
The Linnets, who play in the Evo-Stik League Premier Division, are managed by former Norwich full-back Ian Culverhouse.
Town’s U23s, who are coached by Gerard Nash (pictured), began their pre-season programme with a 0-0 draw away at Felixstowe and Walton, then lost 3-1 at AFC Sudbury before winning 2-1 at Coggeshall.
It should be noted that tonight's kick-off time is now 15 minutes earlier than initially advertised.
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