Peterborough United Under 18s make the trip down to the south coast on Saturday midday (12pm) with AFC Bournemouth serving as the latest test in the Professional Development League.
Peterborough United Under 18s will look to dust off last weekend’s defeat to Brentford, when they travel south to face AFC Bournemouth.
Bolu Shofowoke found the net on his return to the fold, with his strike acting as a mere consolation for our youngsters who looked to build on the recent performances, including the successes at both Birmingham City and Fleetwood Town.
Saturday’s opponents, meanwhile, suffered a 2-1 defeat to leaders Bristol City last time out, with Pawel Kawosiski’s late strike proving the difference in Dorset.
Our youngsters share an equal head-to-head record with the Cherries, having drawn twice, won once, with as many defeats across the stretch.
TEAM NEWS
Jimmy Unwin has confirmed that his side have picked up no fresh injuries, and expects a similar side to feature as it did last weekend.
Joe Davies and Lucca Mendonca could be in the running after featuring for the Under 21s in midweek.
THE OPPOSITION
AFC Bournemouth are sat fifth in the southern section, having picked up 37 points from 25 league matches. James Lowy’s young Cherries have seen 12 victories, the odd draw, and 12 defeats over the course of the term. Awarded category two status prior to the 2023-24 season, Bournemouth will be looking to mark the club’s highest rank at Under 18 level, having finished in their current position last time around, with a victory on Saturday enough to put them on track for that.
FROM THE MANAGER
Professional Development Phase (Under 18s) Lead Coach Jimmy Unwin said ahead of the game: “We’re looking forward to the game. We’re travelling down with a young squad, so that will be good for their development, and hopefully we can put on a good performance against another really tough side."
UPDATES
Updates of the game will be available on The Posh Academy X account.
VENUE
The fixture will take place at the Canford Park Arena.