Friendly Fixtures Announced

Last updated : 27 June 2002 By Matt

The U-19's will start with a game against Oxford United at home. This will be followed by opposition from both German and Danish teams. Youth teams coming from Bayer Leverkusen and Brondby ought to be a tough test for Blackburns young-guns.

The U-17's are set to begin with an away match against Peterborough United. This will be played at Oakham University. A much tougher game will follow when American side Atlanta Fire visit Brockhall. This will be followed up with a friendly against Aston Villa at home.

The Reserves will be taking part in "warm-up games" against Accy Stan, Everton and Altrincham...

Pre-season line-up:

Under 19's:
Saturday July 27th - Oxford United at home - 1.00 pm
Sunday August 4th - Bayer Leverkusen at home - 1.00 pm
Thursday August 8th - Brondby at home - 1.00 pm
Saturday August 17th - Derby County at home - 12 noon

Under 17's:
Wednesday July 24th - Peterborough United AWAY - 1.00 pm
Wednesday July 31st - Atlanta Fire at home - 12 noon
Saturday August 10th - Aston Villa at home - 12 noon
Saturday August 17th - Derby County - at home - 12 noon

Reserves:
Saturday July 27th - Accrington Stanley AWAY - 3.00 pm
Saturday August 3rd - Altrincham FC AWAY - 3.00 pm
Tuesday August 13th - Everton AWAY - 2.00 pm

Fixtures courtesy of the Official Rovers website. Supporters should note that pre-season friendly fixtures are subject to change.