Saints back Havant at Liverpool

Michael Wilde of TNS challenges Jamie Carragher at Anfield

The New Saints have sent a good luck message to Havant & Waterlooville for their FA Cup tie at Liverpool.

"Having played Liverpool ourselves, we're fully aware of the excitement that comes with drawing them," said TNS official Mike Harris.

"It's a once in a lifetime experience for clubs like ours to play in front of the Kop."

TNS drew Liverpool in the 2005 Champions League, with world attention focusing on the Welsh champions.

"The recognition that we have received from playing Liverpool has given us a great reputation all over the world," Harris added.

"We have supporters in far flung corners of the globe and people everywhere now know of TNS and our European history."

The Saints currently top the Welsh Premier, and are looking to qualify for the Champions League yet again.

"We'll be rooting for Havant & Waterlooville at Liverpool and have sent a personal message of good luck to all the players and management from one minnow to another," Harris said.