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Wolves and Walsall in Capital One Cup draw

Wolves were today handed a low-key tie at Morecambe in the first round of the Capital One Cup.

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Kenny Jackett's side, who were one of 35 seeded teams with Walsall and Birmingham, will travel to the Globe Arena in the week commencing August 5.

And twice League Cup winners Wolves will be hoping for better fortunes after losing to Morecambe –16th in League Two last season – in their two previous meetings.

Walsall were drawn away at Port Vale. The Saddlers, who were one of 35 seeded teams with Wolves and Birmingham. Manager Dean Smith said: "It will be a tough game."

Birmingham are at home to League Two side Plymouth in the first round of the Capital One Cup

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