Town s reserves were defeated 2-0 at Portman Road on Monday night by a classy Tottenham second string. Goals from Lee Barnard and Kieran McKenna ensured that the visitors left with all three points.
Loanee Gary Roberts will make his first home start since joining the Blues when Town face Sheffield Wednesday at Portman Road. Roberts made his full debut in last week s last gasp 1-0 defeat at Burnley.
Town have named midfielder Sammy Moore in the squad for Saturday s home game with Sheffield Wednesday. Also included is striker Jon Macken, who is over his hamstring problem.
Dean Bowditch scored twice, the first a penalty, as Town s reserves started their season with a 2-1 home win over Portsmouth. The visitors went ahead after a blunder from keeper Andy Reynolds before Bowditch netted a goal in each half.