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Cherries to face Norwich in Carabao Cup

AFC Bournemouth have been handed a home tie against Norwich City in the last 16 of the Carabao Cup.

The tie will take place on the week beginning Monday 29th October, with a kick-off time to be confirmed in due course. 

Eddie Howe's side overcame Blackburn Rovers on Tuesday night in what was a dramatic 3-2 win at Vitality Stadium. 

Previously, the Cherries had beaten MK Dons in their opening cup fixture to ensure they progressed in the competition. 

The Canaries beat Wycombe Wanderers 4-3 earlier in the week to set up the tie. 

Ticket details for the game will be announced next week.