Stoke City has been confirmed to play a pre-season friendly at Stratford Town on July 11. The match is part of Stratford Town's 10-game pre-season schedule. Stratford Town will begin their preparations for the 2026/27 Southern League Premier Central campaign at home to Nuneaton Town on Saturday, July 4 at 3pm. The club has also confirmed a home friendly against Coventry City on July 10. Paul Davis' side will face Worcester Raiders on Tuesday, July 7 at 7.45pm. The confirmed pre-season schedule so far includes: Saturday, July 4 (3pm): Nuneaton Town (H) Tuesday, July 7 (7.45pm): Worcester Raiders (H) Friday, July 10 (7.30pm): Coventry City (H) Saturday, July 11 (3pm): Stoke City (H)