The Dale announced pre-season friendlies against Farense,[30] Huddersfield Town,[31] Oldham Athletic,[32] Ramsbottom United,[33] Bradford City[34] and Hyde United.

Source: [citation needed] On Thursday, 20 June 2019, the EFL League One fixtures were revealed.

[42] The second round draw was made live on 11 November from Chichester City's stadium, Oaklands Park.

[45] The second round draw was made on 13 August 2019 following the conclusion of all but one first-round matches.

[46] The third round draw was confirmed on 28 August 2019, live on Sky Sports.