On 17 May, Bradford announced their pre-season plans, with friendlies against Chorley, Scunthorpe United, Sunderland and Altincham along with a overseas tour of Austria.

A month later, it was confirmed that the Bantams would face SV Ried II during their Austria tour.

[48] On 3 July, the club confirmed they would also face Guiseley, as a replacement for the cancelled Scunthorpe United visit.

[49] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Last updated: 11 February 2025.

[64] Win Draw Loss Fixtures In the group stage, Bradford were drawn into Northern Group H alongside Mansfield Town, Rotherham United and Newcastle United U21.