Despite the fact that they'll face a tough two-legged semi-final with one of two Nationwide Conference teams, Shrewsbury or Telford United, Canvey remain second favourites to win the FA Trophy.

Skybet have them at 5-2 with Aldershot, who meet Dr Martens Premier strugglers Hednesford in the other semi, favourites at 7-5.

Shrewsbury are rated 7-2, Telford 7-1 and Hednesford outsiders at 9-1.

Gulls will visit Shrewsbury or Telford on March 27 and stage the return a week later on April 3.

Published Friday March 5, 2004

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