John Askey's side were without a fixture last week as their trip to AFC Fylde fell victim to the nationwide freeze with the game at Mill Farm postponed.
It gave Askey another week to work with his players ahead of their FA Trophy bow as they head to Merseyside in the third round to take on Northern Premier League West side City of Liverpool.
Pools will head into the contest as firm favourites but will it lead to any potential squad rotation from Askey before they welcome league leaders Chesterfield in the National League next week, or is this an opportunity for Askey to try and build some momentum with his players?
Here, we predict Hartlepool’s starting line-up to face City of Liverpool in the FA Trophy:
1. Joel Dixon
The FA Trophy could provide John Askey the opportunity to rotate his goalkeepers but having gone a week without a game we tip Dixon to keep his spot. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
2. Zak Johnson
Johnson will be hoping for his first clean sheet for Hartlepool in his first FA Trophy appearance. Photo: NW
3. Emmanuel Onariase
Onariase was in contention to return against Fylde prior to the fixture being postponed and will likely feature in the FA Trophy. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
4. Joe Mattock
Mattock is likely to complete a back three for Pools with John Askey looking to build some consistency with his starting XI. Photo: FRANK REID