City’s U21s are back on the road on Monday afternoon as they face AFC Bournemouth in the PDL.
The game will kick off at 1pm and will take place at Bournemouth’s Training Ground.
PRE-MATCH | DARREN PURSE
Ahead of the contest, U21 head coach Darren Purse said: “The three days after the Coventry City game on Friday are rest, recovery and reaction. Rest, can we get our recovery in, and can we see a reaction on Monday.
“It’s going to be a tough game. Bournemouth are a really good side. They beat us at home earlier in the season. We’ve got to really up our game with our intensity levels."
LAST TIME OUT
City suffered a 2-0 defeat last Friday against Coventry City.
The young Bluebirds found themselves behind with only three minutes played. Victor Madu rose highest to head past the on-rushing Ewan Griffiths. City almost equalised when Noah Williams’ shot was saved, and the rebound fell to Luke Pearce, who reacted quickest and fired an effort goalwards. However, he was somehow denied by Oscar Varney in the Coventry goal.
The visitors doubled their lead five minutes after the break when Conrad Ambursley’s inviting cross was turned home by Aidan Dausch. Substitute Cody Twose almost hit back instantly for City, but his strike was cleared off the line. The Bluebirds created the final clear chance of the game when Sekou Kaba’s cutback found Pearce, who worked the ball but was denied by the visitors' keeper.
TICKET INFORMATION
Entry for the match at Bournemouth’s Training Ground will be free for all supporters.
REACHING THE GROUND
Supporters planning on attending should use the following address:
Knighton Lane, Canford Magna, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3AS.
The ground is located a 21-minute walk from the Canford Magna Road bus stop.