Stocksbridge face another tough test

Joe Lumsden and Stocksbridge celebrate the second goal in the win at Northwich

Joe Lumsden and Stocksbridge celebrate the second goal in the win at Northwich

Stocksbridge Park Steels will have to spring a third surprise in the FA Trophy if they want to reach the third round.

After shock wins at Clitheroe and Northwich Victoria in previous rounds, Stocksbridge have to travel away again – this time to higher league Ilkeston.

Ilkeston are in sixth place in the Evo Stik Premier Division.

Shaw Lane Aquaforce also face Premier Division opposition in Matlock Town.

Matlock, who are managed by Mark Hume, lie in the bottom half of the table.

Aquaforce do have the bonus of being drawn at home.

The ties are expected to be played on Saturday 14th November.

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