As of 28 June 2017, Oldham Athletic have announced seven pre-season friendlies against Curzon Ashton,[31] Stalybridge Celtic,[32] Accrington Stanley,[33] Salisbury,[34] Swindon Town,[35] Girona[36] and Manchester United U/23.

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

[38][39] On 16 October 2017, Oldham Athletic were drawn away to Carlisle United in the first round.

[42] On 16 June 2017, Oldham Athletic were drawn at home to Burton Albion in the first round.

[43] On 12 July 2017, the group stage draw was completed with Oldham facing Crewe Alexandra, Newcastle United U23s and Port Vale in Northern Group D.[44][45]