Carlisle United will host Fleetwood Town in a behind-closed-doors friendly at Poolfoot Farm on Friday, July 24, with kick-off scheduled for 1:00pm. The Cumbrians are looking to mount another push for a return to the Football League, having accumulated 95 points during the regular season last term but ultimately settling for a play-off place. Mark Hughes' side will arrive on the Fylde Coast looking to build fitness and momentum under Matt Lawlor. The Cod Army now face the Cumbrians at Town's training ground, with the announcement completing Matt Lawlor's side's pre-season schedule ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Carlisle United will be looking to bounce back from their promotion hopes being ended by Boreham Wood in the play-offs last season. The friendly against Fleetwood Town will provide the Cumbrians with valuable experience ahead of the new campaign.