[1] They finished 22nd in League Two, and also competed in the FA Cup, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy, where they were eliminated in the second round, first round and group stage respectively.

As of 26 June 2017, Morecambe have announced six pre-season friendlies against Preston North End, Rochdale,[2] Blackburn Rovers,[3] AFC Fylde,[4] Bamber Bridge[5] and Lancaster City.

Source: [citation needed] On 21 June 2017, the league fixtures were announced.

[7][8] On 16 October 2017, Morecambe were drawn at home against Hartlepool United in the first round.

[11] On 12 July 2017, the group stage draw was completed with Morecambe facing Carlisle United, Leicester City U23s and Fleetwood Town in Northern Group A.