On 25 April, Walsall announced their first pre-season friendly, against Aston Villa.
[38] A month later, the club confirmed a further two pre-season matches, against Alvechurch and Tamworth.
[39] A trip to Ireland was also confirmed, along with a fixture versus Drogheda United.
[40] On June 3, a fifth fixture was added, versus Solihull Moors.
[63][64] Win Draw Loss Fixtures In the group stage, Walsall were drawn into Southern Group A alongside Birmingham City, Shrewsbury Town and Fulham U21.