On 24 May, Cambridge confirmed their initial pre-season plans, with matches against West Bromwich Albion, Braintree Town, Ebbsfleet United along with a training camp in Portugal.
[43] A week later, a fourth friendly was added to the pre-season schedule, versus Colchester United.
Source: Soccerway On 26 June, the League One fixtures were announced.
[58] Win Draw Loss Fixtures On 27 June, the draw for the first round was made, with Cambridge being drawn at home against Queens Park Rangers.
[59] Win Draw Loss Fixtures In the group stage, Cambridge were drawn into Southern Group C alongside Bromley, Charlton Athletic and Chelsea U21.