The young Reds host Derby County’s Under-18s at Old Trafford on Tuesday, in the third round of this year’s competition.
Kick-off is at 19:00 GMT and tickets are still available, with MUTV showing the game live to viewers in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
United have a rich history in the tournament, winning it a record 11 times. The club's most recent triumph came in 2022, when the likes of Alejandro Garnacho, Dan Gore and Kobbie Mainoo were all in the side.
Ten Hag sees the knockout nature of the cup, with each game being win or bust, as providing a real challenge to those who are coming through the system, setting them up for senior football one day.