The 2017–18 season is

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's 140th season of existence and their second consecutive season in

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. Along with competing in League Two, the club will also participate in the

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, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy. The season covers the period from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018.

Competitions

Friendlies

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and Winterton Rangers.

League Two

League table

Result summary

Results by matchday

Matches

On 21 June 2017, the league fixtures were announced.

FA Cup

On 16 October 2017, Grimsby Town were drawn away to Plymouth Argyle in the first round.

EFL Cup

On 16 June 2017, Grimsby Town were drawn at home to

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in the first round. Following the abandonment for the first round tie, the fixture was rescheduled for 22 August 2017.

EFL Trophy

On 12 July 2017, Grimsby Town were drawn against

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Competitions

Friendlies

League Two

League table

Result summary

Results by matchday

Matches

FA Cup

EFL Cup

EFL Trophy

Squad overview

Transfers

Transfers in

Transfers out

Loans in

Loans out

References