Peterborough United’s Young Guns Face Premier League Academy Challenge

Peterborough United’s Under 21s, bolstered by some Under 18s, are set to continue their pre-season preparations with a friendly match against Crystal Palace Under 21s in London.

The game kicks off at 11am today at Crystal Palace’s Training Ground.

Under 21s Manager Ryan Semple has announced that the squad will feature a mix of familiar faces and new prospects.

Two trialists from the previous match against Wingate & Finchley will get another chance to impress, while five new trialists will make their debut in Posh colors.

Additionally, some players who have been training with the First Team are expected to rejoin the group.

Dan Robinson, another team official, emphasized the importance of physical development during pre-season.

He stated that the previous match against Wingate was less about the result and more about how the players handled the physical challenge against a strong non-league side.

Robinson views the upcoming match against Crystal Palace as another opportunity for the players to test their fitness against a top-tier academy team.

The coaching staff will be keeping a close eye on both the trialists and the regular squad members.

This match serves as a platform for Under 18s players to prove themselves worthy of progression to the Under 21s and potentially beyond.

This fixture is part of the ongoing pre-season program for Peterborough United’s Academy, aimed at preparing the young players for the challenges of the upcoming season.