WHILE Morecambe's clash at Ipswich may be hogging the headlines, Lancaster City also have two important games in the coming week.

Saturday sees the Dolly Blues make the journey to Altrincham, where the two famous old sides have had some memorable clashes in recent years.

Although neither outfit has reached the peaks of the past, this clash sees City chasing vital points as they bid to claim a place in the top half of the table.

Tuesday sees boss Tony Hesketh pit his wits against some familiar faces at Fleetwood in the Lancashire trophy.

Former city manager Alan Tinsley is Fleetwood's chairman, while former City assistant boss and commercial chief Mick Hoyle combines owning the club with managing the first team.

The Lancashire cup-tie takes place at Fleetwood's Highbury Stadium.

Fans are reminded that tickets for the FA Trophy tie with Morecambe a week on Saturday need to be purchased in advance from Giant Axe or the post offices at Beaumont Road and Ullswater Road.

For safety reasons, the ground is being segregated Shrimps fans should buy their tickets from Christie Park.

January 2, 2003 12:00