THE draw for the next round of the Irn Bru SPFL Cup has taken place.

Entering at this stage of the competition are the teams from Northern Ireland and Wales that have been extended invitations to participate.

One of the stand-out ties is the all-Championship clash between Hibs and St Mirren, with Dundee United away to Stranraer.

Welsh champions The New Saints, who took part in Champions League qualifiers earlier this season, face a trip to Forfar, and Bala Town host Alloa.

Livingston travel to Northern Ireland’s champions Crusaders, with runners-up Linfield paired with Queen of the South.

Under the terms of the new competition, Livingston, Alloa, Linfield and The New Saints will each receive a £4,000 travelling allowance ties.

The full draw

Bala Town v Alloa Athletic

Forfar Athletic v The New Saints

Crusaders v Livingston

Queen of the South v Linfield

Hibernian v St Mirren

Dunfermline Athletic v Queen’s Park

Ayr United v Falkirk

Stranraer v Dundee United

Ties are scheduled for October 8/9, with details and TV selections to be confirmed.

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