Here are 10 things to look out for ahead of Saturday's FA Trophy clash with Tamworth. Will you be at the Prestige Group Stadium this weekend?
9. Chris Wreh returns to the Prestige Group Stadium
There will be a familiar face in the Tamworth ranks as Chris Wreh returns to the North East for the first time since his release. The 28-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan in Staffordshire and signed a permanent contract over the summer. The former Southend forward never scored for Pools but has found the net three times in 14 appearances for Tamworth and hit the crossbar when the two sides faced off earlier in the season. Rakish Bingham, Josh Umerah and Devante Rodney have all already scored against Pools this season, so Lennie Lawrence's side will be eager to avoid a fourth former player finding the net against them. Photo: FRANK REID NATIONALWORLD 2022
10. How seriously will Pools take the FA Trophy?
Hartlepool United do not have fond memories of the FA Trophy. Pools have won just three games in the competition and have never progressed beyond the fourth round - indeed, last season's humbling exit to National League South side Hampton and Richmond Borough was one of the lowest points of the previous campaign. Yet few fans would turn their nose up at the prospect of a trip to Wembley if Pools can make it to the final. Of course, Lennie Lawrence will be eager to stress that it cannot come at the expense of league form, but with a deep squad, Pools might fancy their chances of venturing into uncharted Trophy territory this time around. Photo: Charlie Crowhurst