Shropshire Star

FA Trophy draw: AFC Telford going to Hartlepool

AFC Telford United could face their top scorer from last season after being drawn at Hartlepool in the second round of the FA Trophy.

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The Bucks are heading to County Durham to face Pools, who have Marcus Dinanga in their ranks, on Saturday, January 12.

The hosts – now managed by former Walsall chief Richard Money – are the favourites as the play in the National League, while Gavin Cowan's side are in National League North.

Dinanga was mightily impressive on loan at Telford, from Burton, last campaign, netting 25 times in all competitions.

But, having joined Hartlepool in another season-long loan deal, is, surprisingly, yet to score.

The Bucks have made it to the second round with victories against Darlington and Farsley Celtic, while Pools beat Leamington.

Whoever wins the tie at Victoria Park will receive £7,000.