Curzon Ashton will face the winner of Wrexham against Scunthorpe United in the FA Trophy fourth round - but only if they overcome a tough challenge at Altrincham tonight.
Should Curzon win tonight, the tie will take place at the Tameside Stadium on Saturday 14 January.
The winner of the fourth round will receive a prize fund of £5250, whilst the losing club pockets £1500.
Opening day round-up: Robins off to a flyer
Ashton United kicked off their 2026/27 NPL Premier campaign in style over the weekend with a 4-1 thrashing of Lancaster City.
Pratt makes Droylsden switch
In search of regular first team football, Hyde United cult hero Tom Pratt has joined Tameside neighbours Droylsden on a month-long loan.
Stalybridge slap fighter retains perfect record
Stalybridge slap fighter Louis ‘Razor’ Robinson extended his unblemished Power Slap record to two last week with a first round TKO victory over Pavol Horelican in Belgrade.
Clegg confident ahead of season opener
With the start of the NPL Premier Division season just around the corner, Hyde United manager Michael Clegg insists he has no selection headaches going into the opening day.
