Port Vale drawn with Newcastle B-side in Checkatrade Trophy
Newcastle United will be the second side to field a B-side against Port Vale in the much derided Checkatrade Trophy.
The controversial decision to include U21 sides began last season with Derby County’s B-side facing the Valiants.
This season Newcastle’s B-side complete a group that also contains Crewe Alexandra and Oldham Athletic.
The first round of group games fixtures will be played on the week beginning August 28.
OVF Opinion
Our opinion on the introduction of B-sides to the tournament can be read in this blog from last season titled It’s called the FOOTBALL LEAGUE Trophy for a reason…