The National League Cup is designed to give young players from Premier League and EFL clubs additional opportunities to test themselves against senior opposition, with the aim of further aiding elite player development.

The competition, which begins in October, also offers an opportunity for National League clubs to play regular matches against the best U21 teams in England at their own stadia, with this additional exposure intended to improve the playing and spectator experience. National League clubs will also keep all gate receipts from these fixtures.

The National League Cup is a 32-team midweek competition, comprising 16 under-21 teams participating in Premier League 2, and 16 first teams from clubs participating in the National League.

The competition will consist of a group stage (four groups of eight), with the two best-placed teams in each group advancing to a knock-out stage to determine the winner.

Our fixtures all taking place at The New Lawn:

Wednesday 9th October 7pm Kick off – Manchester United PL2

Tuesday 5th November 7pm kick off – Stoke City PL2

Wednesday 18th December 7pm kick off – Wolverhampton Wanderers PL2

Tuesday 21st January 7pm kick off – Blackburn Rovers PL2

Further details regarding ticketing and hospitality to follow. Mascot Packages and Match Sponsorship will be available - please enquire at reception@fgr.co.uk.