City have drawn Blackpool in Carling Cup

They will take on Blackpool at home on Tuesday 20th September KO 7.45pm. City overcame Blackpool in a replay in the FA Cup last season. The sides drew 1-1 at the Walkers Stadium before City registered a 1-0 win in the replay.

Its a draw that gives City a great chance to progress in the competition although some may have wanted a glamour trip to Premiership opposition.