1874 NORTHWICH were paired with Billingham Synthonia in a draw for the FA Vase first round published on Monday afternoon.

Ian Street’s men will have home advantage when they take on the Northern League Division Two side, who have won two ties on their travels already this season, at Barton Stadium on Saturday October 22.

Billingham have lost only once in all competitions to date this season – an FA Cup replay reverse at Ossett Albion.

Meanwhile 1874 extended an unbeaten run in the North West Counties League to 10 matches at the weekend when they won 3-1 away to Nelson.

They return to action when AFC Liverpool visit tomorrow, Tuesday.