Young Magpies discover EFL Trophy opponents

The Magpies’ youngsters have played both Crewe and Shrewsbury since making their debut in the competition in 2017/18, while Bolton – a Premier League side as recently as 2012 – head into the new campaign as a fourth-tier outfit following their relegation from League One.

Regional quarter-finalists two seasons ago, United fell at the first hurdle last time out, losing to Macclesfield and Port Vale as well as the Shrews.

Newcastle's first Group C game would be earmarked for the week commencing 7^th September, with the second pencilled in for the week beginning 5^th October and the third for the week of 9^th November.

However, clubs can mutually agree on a move from the scheduled date to a more convenient date for both sides, while Carabao Cup commitments will also be taken into account.