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Date set for Premier League Cup last-16 tie; ticket news announced

Chelsea Under-21s will host their counterparts from Ipswich Town in the last-16 of the Premier League Cup on Friday 7 March.
The young Blues secured a place in the knockout stage by topping our group after victories over Brentford, Bournemouth and Derby County.

We have been drawn at home in the last 16 against an Ipswich side that finished second in their group behind Cardiff City. The Professional Development League South side will travel to Kingsmeadow for a 7pm kick-off.

Supporters from around the world can watch the knockout clash live via our stream on the official Chelsea website and app.

To access the live coverage, visit the Chelsea Under-21s vs Ipswich Town Under-21s match centre below or head to the website homepage shortly before kick-off. Be sure to log into your Chelsea members’ account for full access.