Hartlepool United to face Everton Under-21s, Carlisle and Morecambe in Papa John's Trophy group stage

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Pools had already been placed in Group A alongside League One Morecambe and League Two Carlisle, with Everton Under-21s added when the draw was made for invited sides.

In a busy day of fixtures, with League Two fixture list also released, Pools discovered their League Cup opponents and they face Crewe Alexandra week beginning August 9.

The Hartlepool United players celebrate.

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Hartlepool United to face Everton Under-21s, Carlisle and Morecambe in Papa John's Trophy group stage

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