PNE are straight back in action after Saturday’s 1-0 win against Ipswich Town.
Paul Heckingbottom’s men saw off League Two Barrow a fortnight ago, while the Red Dragons advanced after a penalty-shootout success against Hull City.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this evening’s meeting.
5. George Thomason - Out
Parkinson admitted the midfielder is making good progress as he eyes a return from an ankle issue but has yet to feature following his move from Bolton last month. | Getty Images
6. Jordan Thompson - Out
The Stoke City arrival is yet to make his debut for PNE after undergoing surgery on ankle injury during the summer. He is expected to be absent for a couple of months. | Ian Robinson
7. Will Keane - Out
Keane picked up a calf injury in the later stages of pre-season and missed the final two weeks of preparations. He continues to be absent for Heckingbottom. | CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
8. Ollie Rathbone - Out
Wrexham’s 2024-25 Player of the Season hasn’t featured so far this term due to an ankle injury and is expected to miss tonight’s contest. | Getty Images