City to travel to AFC Bournemouth in third round

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City will face AFC Bournemouth in the third round of the Carabao Cup, with the tie set to take place at the Vitality Stadium.

Chris Cohen and Tom Shaw’s side secured their place in the third round with a convincing 4-1 victory against Blackpool.

Goals from Tanto Olaofe, Tom Bayliss, Rob Street and Callum Elder sealed the Imps' progression and set up a trip to the south coast to face the Premier League side, who enter the competition at this stage.

The Cherries qualified for the UEFA Europa League for the first time in the club’s history last season after finishing sixth in the Premier League.

Marco Rose's side began the new campaign with a narrow defeat to Manchester City, with the hosts scoring late to secure victory on the opening day of the Premier League season.

Further match information and ticket details will be announced in due course.