Trinity Confirm 2026/27 Pre-Season Schedule

Gainsborough Trinity can confirm the club's pre-season fixture schedule ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, with manager Russ Wilcox's side set to face a mixture of familiar rivals and higher-level opposition as preparations gather pace for the new season.

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The Holy Blues will kick off their summer programme on Saturday 11th July with a trip to Frickley Athletic, before making the short journey to Lincoln United three days later for a Lincolnshire County Cup fixture under the lights.

A busy period continues with a visit to Basford United on Saturday 18th July, before Trinity return to the Kal Group Stadium, Northolme for the first home fixture of pre-season against National League side Halifax on Tuesday 21st July.

Supporters will then have the opportunity to welcome EFL opposition to Northolme when Doncaster Rovers visit on Saturday 25th July. The fixture promises to be one of the highlights of the pre-season calendar as the Holy Blues test themselves against another strong opponent.

The squad then heads to Stocksbridge Park Steels on Tuesday 28th July before concluding preparations with a home clash against Bradford (Park Avenue) on Saturday 1st August, giving supporters one final opportunity to see the side in action before the competitive campaign gets underway.

The schedule provides a valuable blend of competitive tests for Wilcox and his coaching staff as they continue to shape the squad and build momentum ahead of the new season.

All home fixtures will be played at the Kal Group Stadium, Northolme, with admission details and further match information to be announced in due course through the club's official channels.

2026/27 Pre-Season Fixtures

Saturday 11th July Frickley Athletic (A) – 3:00pm
Tuesday 14th July Lincoln United (A) – 7:45pm Lincolnshire County Cup
Saturday 18th July Basford United (A) – 1:00pm
Tuesday 21st July Halifax (H) – 7:45pm
Saturday 25th July Doncaster Rovers (H) – 4:00pm
Tuesday 28th July Stocksbridge Park Steels (A) – 7:45pm
Saturday 1st August Bradford (Park Avenue) (H) – 3:00pm

The countdown to the 2026/27 season is officially underway, and everyone at Gainsborough Trinity looks forward to welcoming supporters back as the Holy Blues prepare for another exciting campaign.

Up the Holy Blues!

Words: Rob Hughes (@AATM_Media)
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