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Bruna Reis

Notts County discover FA Trophy fifth round opponent

Notts County will face Halifax Town in the fifth round proper of the Buildbase FA Trophy.

The Magpies overcame Eastleigh in a 2-1 win at Meadow Lane at the weekend - thanks to Eli Sam's brace.

Halifax, meanwhile, beat Alfreton Town on penalties (3-2) after a 1-1 draw at North Street.

Ian Burchnall and Co are familiar with their opposition, National League leaders Halifax, having already faced the Shaymen in a 3-2 league defeat back in October.

The FA Trophy ties are scheduled to be played on Saturday February 12.

Notts were due to play Solihull Moors in the league on that same day but the club confirmed the fixture will now have to be rearranged for a later date.

In the space of 10 days, the Magpies will face Halifax twice in different competitions before hosting them in the league on February 22.

The winner of the Trophy tie will receive £6,000, while the losing club will get £1,750.

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