Burnley and Blackburn Rovers prepare to do battle in FA Youth Cup quarter-final
Burnley will battle it out with fierce rivals Blackburn Rovers for a place in the semi-finals of the FA Youth Cup this week.
The Under-18s make the short trip down the M65 to Ewood Park looking to get one over their East Lancashire neighbours.
Tony Philliskirk’s side clinched their place in the last eight of the competition with a 2-0 win against Charlton Athletic in the last round. Goals in either half from Corey King and James Lewis secured the victory.
The Clarets previously overcame Wolves 2-0 and Norwich City 5-1 in the previous two rounds.
The game against Rovers, who they’ve already beaten 6-0 this season, will take place on Tuesday evening, with the tie kicking off at 7pm.
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Supporters are welcome to attend, but tickets must be purchased beforehand, either online, over the phone or in person at the ticket office. It will not be possible to pay on the day at Ewood Park.
Tickets are priced at £8 or £5 for those with a season ticket. Digital tickets will be sent to each individual supporter's registered email address.
Parking is free of charge.
The tie must be decided on the night, with extra-time and penalties a possibility, should the scores be level at the end of 90 minutes.
Elsewhere in the competition, Man City will take on Everton, Man Utd host Sunderland while holders Aston Villa meet Crystal Palace.
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