On 28 May, Colchester announced their first pre-season friendly, against Maldon & Tiptree.
[63] On 3 and 4 July, behind closed doors friendlies against Wycombe Wanderers and Millwall respectively were also added.
Source: Soccerway On 26 June, the League Two fixtures were announced.
[68] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Colchester United were drawn away to Swindon Town in the first round.
[81][82] Win Draw Loss Fixtures In the group stage, Colchester were drawn into Southern Group E alongside Leyton Orient, Milton Keynes Dons and Arsenal U21.