Cobblers handed tough opposition in Carabao Cup first round
Curle's men to kick-off new season with home tie at the PTS
Cobblers will start the 2020/21 season with a home tie against Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup.
Keith Curle's side were paired with the Championship outfit in Tuesday's first-round draw, which was broadcast live on Sky Sports News.
Neil Harris' Bluebirds made the Championship play-offs last season but lost to eventual winners Fulham in the semi-final.
Cobblers last met Cardiff in 2012 in the same compettion, winning 2-1 through goals from David Artell and Alex Nicholls.
The ties will take place over the weekend of September 5/6.