Clutching at straws

Saturday's draw for the League Cup saw us given the unpleasant task of having to overcome Chelsea if we are to still be involved in the competition after Christmas, the only saving grace being that the game will be played at St James' Park.

The game is set to be played on Wednesday 20 December, and will be shown live on Sky.

With both Wycombe and Southend still in the competition, it's fair to say that the draw could have been kinder. Still, if we're to win the thing, it's probably better to tackle Chelsea at home, rather than over two legs or in the final.