For Brentford B to secure their spot in the Premier League Cup last 16 the equation is simple: beat Leicester City on Friday night.

Neil MacFarlane’s side currently sit second in their group, even on six points with the young Foxes. Burnley are one point behind in fifth; the young Clarets face leaders Fulham next Monday night.

Last time out

Brentford secured a 2-2 draw with Burnley earlier this month in their last Premier League Cup fixture - their second draw in as many games against the young Clarets.

Ashley Hay and Iwan Morgan netted a goal each to help the Bees secure a point.

Last time out against Leicester City, MacFarlane’s side secured a 1-0 win in front of a packed-out Wheatsheaf Park.

Captain Val Adedokun was the lone goal scorer; the defender’s goal in the first half enough to secure three points for Brentford.

About Leicester City U21s

Leicester come into Friday night’s clash 23rd in the Premier League 2 table, with two wins, three draws and seven losses from their 12 games.

Since their 1-0 loss to Brentford B last year, the Foxes have been in good Premier League Cup form, beating Burnley 2-1 and more recently Fulham 1-0 to start the new year. Logan Briggs netted a goal in each win.

Match coverage

We will have live updates across our social media channels, with a report, highlights and interviews to follow post-match.