Bournemouth manager Marco Rose has warned his Premier League players not to underestimate Lincoln City in their upcoming Carabao Cup tie. The third-round draw has sent the Imps to the south coast for a midweek fixture against top-flight opposition.
Marco Rose admitted his first reaction to the draw was to check Lincoln's location. "Of course, if you get the draw, you are looking, where is the city?" he said. "It's up north more." The Bournemouth boss was far clearer about the footballing challenge, stressing the danger of a cup upset. "It's a cup, so everything is possible," Rose told reporters. "We talk about football, everything is possible and we need to take care."
That warning follows Lincoln's convincing 4-1 second-round win at Blackpool, a match where Chris Cohen and Tom Shaw made eleven changes to their side. The Imps' squad depth will be tested again at the Vitality Stadium, a venue where Bournemouth have started their season strongly.
Rose views the Carabao Cup as a genuine chance for silverware this season. "We are looking forward to starting this cup because it's a chance to win a title," he said. "That's what we are going for." Bournemouth enter at this stage due to their European commitments but have been knocked out in the second round in each of the last two seasons.
The exact date and kick-off time for the match are yet to be confirmed, though a midweek slot in early September is anticipated. Lincoln will aim to replicate their performance from Bloomfield Road and cause a significant upset against Rose's side. The full squad available for selection can be seen on our squad list.
