Derby rivals Cockhill Celtic and Buncrana Hearts will cross swords in the tie of the opening round of the 2019 Knockalla Caravans Senior Cup.
Since Hearts’ withdrawal from the Ulster Senior League, those flames haven’t burned in Buncrana.
But the draw, made last night at a meeting of the Ulster FA, has drawn the two together.
Cockhill – last year’s beaten Knockalla finalists and six-in-a-row USL Champions – will have gone advantage.
Stephen McNutt is sure to have Buncrana fired up for the clash at the Charlie O’Donnell Sports Ground.
Cup holders Letterkenny Rovers have been handed a home draw against Swilly Rovers.
Inishowen League Champions Glengad United are away at FC Lighthouse with Donegal League kingpins Kildrum Tigers welcoming Cappry Rovers to St Johnston.
The first round games are pencilled in for Sunday, February 10.
Greencastle FC v Glenea UnitedFC Lighthouse v Glengad UnitedCockhill Celtic v Buncrana HeartsFanad United v Aileach FCBonagee United v Castlefin CelticKildrum Tigers v Cappry RoversLetterkenny Rovers v Swilly RoversFinn Harps Reserves v Derry City Reserves
