Town boss Joe Royle says that he will use the third round FA Cup tie against Derby County as a chance to give one or two of his fringe players a run-out. Coincidentally, the Blues defeated the Rams 2-1 at Portman Road on Saturday.

Royle said: "I see this cup tie as a chance to give one or two players a game, who have not been regulars.

"Of course, we will be treating the FA Cup very seriously. It's very important for the club financially, but I am planning to make one or two changes. We know all about Derby, having played them twice recently.

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