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Tranmere Rovers will host Rochdale at Prenton Park in the preliminary round of the Carabao Cup following today's draw.
The tie sees two clubs meet in the opening stage of English football's primary knockout cup competition. Rochdale were relegated from League Two last season, while Tranmere are preparing for their third consecutive season in the National League.
The preliminary round is contested by clubs from League One, League Two, and the National League, with winners progressing to face Premier League and Championship sides in later rounds.
Tranmere will be hoping a cup run can provide both a financial boost and momentum heading into the new National League season. The club has been working to stabilise following a turbulent few years that saw them drop out of the Football League.
We previously reported that Tranmere would play in the pre-rounds. The issue faced was geographical differences between the towns, and there was no confirmation of which northern club Tranmere would play. Well, now we know.
Further details, including the date, kick-off time, and ticket information, are expected to be confirmed, although reports suggest it could be on the first and second of August. Stay tuned for more information on the pre-Carabao Cup rounds.
