A DATE has been set for Southampton’s return to knockout action as they take on Gillingham in the first round of the EFL Cup.

The fixture at Priestfield Stadium will take place on Tuesday, August 8, with the kick-off tie scheduled for 7:45PM.

It will be the first meeting between the two side’s since 2010, with Gillingham now in League Two.

The club statement reads: “Ticket prices and sales dates will be communicated with fans in the coming days.”

Should Saints defeat Gillingham, the second round will take place week commencing August 28.