Cambridge United will begin their pre-season schedule with a game against city neighbours, Cambridge City…
United will take on the Lilywhites at the FWD-IP Community Stadium in Sawston - which opened in November 2024 - on Saturday 5 July at 1pm, in what will be the first game between the two sides in seven years.
The game will be one of three pre-season fixtures to be played in-front of supporters. Also confirmed is an away trip to Braintree Town on Tuesday 15 July and a third match - to be hosted at the Cledara Abbey Stadium on Saturday 26 July - will soon be announced.
Behind-closed-doors games against Northampton Town (Tues 8 July) and Cardiff City (Fri 18 July) - which will be the final activity of a pre-season training camp in South Wales - are also confirmed.
Pre-Season Schedule:
- Sat 5 July vs Cambridge City (A)
- Tues 8 July vs Northampton Town (BCD)
- Tues 15 July vs Braintree Town (A)
- Fri 18 July vs Cardiff City (BCD)
- Sat 26 July vs TBC (H)
Details for a further two BCD games will be published in due course.
Director of Football, Mark Bonner said, “Pre-season is always a vital part of our preparation to build fitness, consolidate our style of play, and lay the groundwork for the season.
"We’ve put together a schedule with a mixture of opponents from different levels to prepare the squad. Some games will be behind closed doors to focus on specific tactical work, while others will be open to supporters, giving them an early chance to see the team in action and reconnect ahead of the new season.
"It’s an exciting time for everyone when we get back to work, and we will look forward to seeing our supporters at Cambridge City on Saturday 5 July."
Fixture details and ticket information for the games against Cambridge City and Braintree Town will be released over the coming weeks.