CHELSEA begin the defence of their FA Youth Cup title at Aldershot’s EBB Stadium on Tuesday, December 13 when they meet Cardiff City.

The Blues have won the cup three times in succession, and five times in the last seven years, and now go for a fourth triumph in a row.

Kick-off in this third-round tie is 7.05pm, with admission priced at £3 for adults and £1 for concessions. There is no free admission for season-ticket holders on this occasion. This match will also be broadcast live on Chelsea TV.

Chelsea Academy play the following matches at the EBB Stadium:

Tuesday, Nov 29, 7.05pm: Feyenoord (Premier League International Cup – free admission)

Friday, Dec 9, 7.05pm: Manchester United (Premier League 2)

Tuesday, Dec 13, 7.05pm: Cardiff City (FA Youth Cup 3rd Rnd)

Friday, Dec 16, 7.05pm: GNK Dinamo Zagreb (Premier League International Cup – free admission)

Thursday, Dec 22, 7.05pm: Swansea City (Premier League International Cup – free admission)

Friday, Feb 3, 7.05pm: Reading (Premier League 2)

Friday, Feb 17, 7.05pm: Manchester City (Premier League 2)

Friday, April 7, 7.05pm: Sunderland (Premier League 2)

Friday, April 21, 7.05pm: Everton (Premier League 2)

Unless otherwise stated, admission to all Chelsea Academy games is £3 for adults and £1 for concessions. Check club media before travelling.