On 12 April 2017, Notts County announced they will face Nottingham Forest as part of pre-season.

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

[5][6] On 16 October 2017, Notts County were drawn at home against Bristol Rovers in the first round.

[7] Another home tie, against non-league Oxford City, was confirmed for the second round.

[10] On 12 July 2017, Notts County were drawn alongside Everton U21s, Lincoln City and Mansfield Town in Northern Group G.[11]