Blackpool reveal date for FA Youth Cup last-16 tie against Newcastle United - with the winner set to face Chelsea

A date has been set for Blackpool's last-16 FA Youth Cup tie against Newcastle United.
By Matt Scrafton
Published 1st Feb 2022, 10:12 BST
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John Murphy's side will host the Magpies at Bloomfield Road on Wednesday, February 9 (7pm kick-off).

Admission will be free for all supporters, who will be housed in the West Stand.

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The winner of the tie will progress into the quarter-finals, where they will face a trip to Chelsea.

The Premier League giants booked their spot in the last eight with a 4-3 win against Liverpool.

The young Seasiders have beaten Huddersfield Town and Cheltenham Town to reach this stage of the competition.

Newcastle, meanwhile, edged out Colchester United 3-2 at St James’ Park to set up the last 16 encounter.

John Murphy's side could face a trip to Chelsea if they're able to edge past NewcastleJohn Murphy's side could face a trip to Chelsea if they're able to edge past Newcastle
John Murphy's side could face a trip to Chelsea if they're able to edge past Newcastle
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Pool's youngsters were in fine form at the weekend, thrashing Rochdale 6-1 to reach the semi-finals of the Youth Alliance Cup.

Murphy’s side are enjoying a strong season in the league, sitting third in the table.

While they’re nine points off leaders Carlisle United, they do have three games in hand still to play.

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