Whites begin defence of trophy

The Whites enjoyed a great run in the competition last season culminating in a magnificent win over Portadown in the final, their first major trophy win since the Gold Cup in 1994.

Linfield make the trip to Ballyclare Comrades who lead Championship 2 with only one defeat in the last eight games.

Irn-Bru League Cup first round.

Tuesday 20 September (7.45pm kick off unless stated)

Ballyclare Comrades v Linfield

Ballymena Utd v Chimney Corner

Bangor v Annagh Utd

Cliftonville v Ards

Coleraine v Knockbreda

Crusaders v PSNI

Dergview v H&W Welders

Donegal Celtic v Wakehurst

Dungannon Swifts v Loughgall

Glenavon v Coagh Utd

Glentoran v Killymoon Rangers

Lisburn Distillery v Tobermore Utd

Newry City v Larne

Portadown v Warrenpoint Town

Ballinamallard Utd v Limavady Utd (8.00pm)

Extra-time and penalties if necessary.