The draw for this year's Frank Hannah Manchester Premier Cup has concluded, with a Tameside derby on the horizon.
In a repeat of last year's semi-final, the first round sees Hyde United welcome Curzon Ashton to the Project Solar Stadium, with the Nash looking to avenge February's 4-2 defeat.
Elsewhere, Stalybridge Celtic, Droylsden and Glossop North End also received byes into the next round.
Celtic travel to West Didsbury & Chorlton, Glossop visit Wythenshawe Town, while Droylsden will host the winners of Radcliffe and 2025 winners Irlam.
Finally, in the preliminary round, 16 time winners Ashton United travel to last year's semi-finalists Chadderton, while Mossley host 2024 finalists Avro.
A second half equaliser from visiting winger Ash Hunter saw the battle of the two Robins teams finish all square at Hurst Cross after a much livelier second period.
Following a run of three defeats in four, Curzon Ashton bounced back in style on Tuesday night with a statement 4-0 win at high-flyers Warrington Town.
Manchester United opened their 2026/27 Premier League season over the weekend with a trip to newly promoted Hull City, and a match that many expected to be straightforward for Carrick’s Reds turned out to be anything but.
The Premier League is finally back, and after what felt like an eternity of pre-season, Manchester City got their campaign underway with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday.