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ALL THE KEY INFO FOR THE COMING SEASON:

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KEY DATES
● Invited clubs announced in June;
● Group stage fixture draw in July;
● First group stage matches to take place w/c August 28.
GROUP STAGES
● 16 groups of four teams;
● Each group to contain one invited team;
● Groups formed to minimise overall travel for EFL clubs and fans;
● Invited under-21 teams to play all group games away;
● Clubs will be awarded three points for a win, one point for a draw;
● In the event of a drawn game after 90 minutes, a penalty shoot-out will be held with the victorious team gaining an extra point.
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