With just three days to go before the start of the new campaign, boss Colin Todd would have every reason to be upbeat about City's prospects in Coca-Cola League One after seeing his team win four out of six friendlies and score 19 goals.
Their best result undoubtedly came against Bolton Wanderers who, despite fielding a strong side, went down 2-1 when defender Wayne Jacobs slotted home the winner from the spot in his testimonial match.