Papa John's Trophy 2022/23: Groups, dates, how to watch and more

By Ed McCambridge
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Everything you need to know about the Papa John's Trophy for the 2022/23 season

Papa John's Trophy
(Image credit: Getty)

The 2022/23 Papa John’s Trophy now seems closer than ever following the draw to confirm the groups and important dates for next season's competition.

This competition sees all League One and League Two sides compete with academy sides from the Premier League for a spot at the Wembley final. No teams from the Championship are included, however. This is primarily a chance for lower league sides and youngsters to win a trophy next season. 

  • Group games: August 31, September 21, October 19
  • Second Round: November 30
  • Third Round: December 14
  • Quarter Final: January 11
  • Semi-Final: February 1
  • Final: March 19

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Ed McCambridge
Ed McCambridge
Staff Writer

Ed is a staff writer at FourFourTwo, working across the magazine and website. A German speaker, he’s been working as a football reporter in Berlin since 2015, predominantly covering the Bundesliga and Germany's national team. Favourite FFT features include an exclusive interview with Jude Bellingham following the youngster’s move to Borussia Dortmund in 2020, a history of the Berlin Derby since the fall of the Wall and a celebration of Kevin Keegan’s playing career.