Ben Wilkinson‘s youngsters began our cup campaign with a tough looking third round tie at home to Blackburn.
The Lancashire side pushed us all the way in the battle for the Under-18 Premier League North title last term.
And head coach Wilkinson and his players were anticipating another stern test when the sides locked horns at the Academy Stadium.
But how would it all play out?
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