Blues go to Ireland.

The pre-season campaign for this year includes a trip to Ireland for a few games.

The squad are set to spend a week over the water with a training camp, closed game and then a couple of friendlies. (Alfreton Town July 6 & Shamrock Rovers July 8)

Teams such as Newcastle United and Real Madrid have also used the Carton House facilities and it is world renown for having outstanding grounds.

Blues go to Oxford United on July 20th, Shrewsbury Town July 23rd and then are at home to Hull July 27th, concluding their pre-season schedule.