United's EFL Cup second round tie against Cheltenham will take place on Tuesday, 23rd August



By Anthony Marshall - Newcastle United Managing Editor

Newcastle United's EFL Cup second round tie at home against Cheltenham Town will take place on Tuesday, 23rd August (7.45pm kick-off).

The fixture has not been selected for live broadcast, and falls in between Sky Bet Championship clashes with Bristol City and Brighton & Hove Albion.

League Two side Cheltenham, who are managed by Gary Johnson, reached the second round thanks to a 1-0 victory over Charlton Athletic.

Ticket details will be announced on nufc.co.uk in due course.