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.