R1: AUG 26: (Leg 1) Bury 2-1 Bolton Scorers - Greenwood and Butler - 3,217

Bury emerged victors in the first meeting between the sides in the League Cup.

R1: SEP 2: (Leg 2)

Bolton 0-0 Bury 4,330

Stalemate at Burnden was enough to send the Shakers spiralling into the second round.

R2: SEP 24: (Leg 1)

Crystal Palace 0-0 Bury 4,017

A goalless game gave Bury hope for the return at Gigg Lane.

R2: OCT 7: (Leg 2)

Bury 0-1 Crystal Palace 3,347

After a valiant effort in the first leg the Shakers were beaten by a single goal.