FA Trophy: Stafford Rangers and Hednesford set to contest El Staffico
Staffordshire rivals Hednesford Town and Stafford Rangers were handed a tantalising tie after being drawn together in the next round of the FA Trophy.
The second qualifying round draw, made at midday today, brought together the near-neighbours and Evo-Stik Northern Premier Division rivals for the tie on Saturday, November 12.
Both sides progressed from tough away clashes in the first round qualifying, with Liam McDonald's Pitmen running out 4-1 winners at Stamford, and Neil Kitching's Boro enjoying a 2-0 success at Corby Town.
The next stage of the competition, which sees finalists play at Wembley, will be worth £3,250 to the victors.
The clubs have not yet faced each other in the league, with local derby matches traditionally reserved for the Boxing Day and April Bank Holiday matchday slots.
Halesowen Town were also represented in the draw, landing a tricky looking away tie at either Blyth Spartans or Goole.
John Hill's men, also in the Northern Premier Division, disposed of rivals Rushall Olympic in the previous round.
A replay at Blyth's Croft Park tomorrow night will determine the Yeltz's hosts.
