Expect things to get a bit lively at the Oval next Wednesday when the tradition of the Eastbourne derby is revived.

Neighbours Town and United are in different divisions this season but have drawn each other in the first round of the Senior Cup.

Town's recent form is enough to persuade rival boss Micky French to make them slight favourites.

He said: "It has got all the ingredients for a really good game.

"Technically we are not a bad side but we seem to lack a bit of heart and we will need that on Wednesday."

French is looking to sign an experienced goalkeeper to assist promising 16-year-old Josh Preece.