No plans to televise Blackpool's cup clash at Arsenal, say ITV

ITV have confirmed they have no plans to televise the second leg of Blackpool's FA Youth Cup semi-final against Arsenal.
Blackpool fans had hoped the second leg at the Emirates would be televisedBlackpool fans had hoped the second leg at the Emirates would be televised
Blackpool fans had hoped the second leg at the Emirates would be televised
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In previous years, semi-final clashes have often been televised on ITV4.

In 2017, the semi-final between Tottenham and Chelsea was aired live as well as Chelsea's final win against Manchester City.

Blackpool travel to the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the second leg of their FA Youth Cup semi-final on April 16Blackpool travel to the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the second leg of their FA Youth Cup semi-final on April 16
Blackpool travel to the Emirates to take on Arsenal in the second leg of their FA Youth Cup semi-final on April 16
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While the first leg of Blackpool's tie on Tuesday was not televised, it was hoped ITV4 would air the return game at the Emirates Stadium.

The fixture takes place on Monday, April 16.

But ITV have now dashed those hopes, with a spokesperson telling The Gazette: "Unfortunately we do not have any plans to broadcast any of the FA Youth Cup semi-finals this season.

"Sorry to disappoint on this occasion."

Skipper Ben Jacobson celebrates scoring in the first legSkipper Ben Jacobson celebrates scoring in the first leg
Skipper Ben Jacobson celebrates scoring in the first leg

The young Seasiders came from behind on Tuesday night to draw 2-2 with Arsenal. It means they head to the Emirates for next month’s decider with everything to play for.

Admission for the second leg is priced at £4 for adults and £2 for concessions.

Chelsea take on Birmingham City in the other semi-final. The first leg takes place at St Andrew's on Wednesday, April 4.