In line with Premier League and League Championship clubs being allowed to enter the competition, Aston Villa fielded their Category One Academy team as part of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) youth development scheme initiated by the Premier League.
In line with Premier League and League Championship clubs being allowed to enter the competition, Aston Villa fielded their Category One Academy team as part of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) youth development scheme initiated by the Premier League.