Plymouth Argyle captain Joe Edwards is scheduled to appear for the club's under-21 team in their Premier League Under-21 Cup match against Cardiff City at Home Park this evening. The 35-year-old has not played in several first-team games this season, featuring only briefly in a Carabao Cup loss.
Manager Tom Cleverley indicated that a number of senior players would get playing time in the fixture. "We may have four or five playing for the under-21s on Monday evening, which will be good for them and prepare them to be even more involved," Cleverley stated. He also confirmed Edwards would be among them.
Why is the under-21s game important?
The match offers Edwards a chance to rebuild his fitness away from the demands of league play. Plymouth's next senior match is at home this weekend, and Edwards will aim to use this outing to stake a claim for a place. Supporters can find the full schedule on the club's fixtures page.
Who else could feature for Plymouth?
Young attacker Owen Oseni is also likely to be involved against Cardiff. Oseni recently returned from injury, making a substitute appearance in a weekend victory. The under-21s team will be led by Jamie Lowry.
How can fans watch the game?
The evening kick-off at Home Park sees Argyle back in the Premier League Under-21 Cup. Tickets are priced at £5 for adults, £3 for concessions, and £1 for younger fans. Season-ticket holders can obtain free entry by securing a ticket beforehand. All tickets can be bought online.
What does this mean for the squad?
Managing the condition of all players is crucial. Edwards' know-how and captaincy are important, and a good showing could see him back in first-team consideration. The official squad list provides this season's player information. After facing Cardiff's under-21s, Plymouth Argyle will get ready for a home league fixture.
