On 4 June, Rovers announced three pre-season friendlies, against AFC Fylde, Blackpool and Wigan Athletic.

[31] A behind closed doors meeting with Blackburn Rovers was also added.

Source: Soccerway On 26 June, the League Two fixtures were announced.

[34] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Tranmere Rovers were drawn at home to Oldham Athletic in the first round.

[48][49] Win Draw Loss Fixtures In the group stage, Tranmere were drawn into Northern Group A alongside Accrington Stanley, Stockport County and Everton U21.