John Askey’s side have enjoyed a solid pre-season with as many as nine new arrivals at the Suit Direct Stadium.
Pools face a Barnet side who claimed a play-off spot last year which means it’s likely to be a tough test at the Hive.
Askey will have a number of selection dilemmas on his hands including who to start in goal.
And here, at The Mail, we predict Hartlepool’s opening day starting XI:
1. Joel Dixon
Dixon could get the nod over Pete Jameson in goal for Pools. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
2. Charlie Seaman
The Doncaster Rovers loanee is set to start at right wing-back for John Askey's side. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images) Photo: Pete Norton
3. Dan Dodds
If Seaman starts at wing-back that would allow Dodds to start on the right of three central defenders. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
4. Emmanuel Onariase
Onariase is likely to make his Hartlepool debut against Barnet. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid