The English Football League (EFL) officially released the 2026/27 fixture list on June 25, 2026, outlining the path for all 72 clubs. League Two action kicks off on August 15, 2026, featuring a full slate of opening weekend fixtures including Newport vs Rochdale and Oldham vs Port Vale, both starting at 12:30 PM.
According to Sky Sports, the upcoming season will see unprecedented broadcast coverage, with over 1,000 matches from the EFL, Carabao Cup, and EFL Trophy scheduled for live broadcast. Every one of the 72 EFL clubs is guaranteed to be featured live on Sky at least 20 times throughout the season. Matches will be available across Sky Sports main channels and the newly integrated Sky Sports+ platform.
For fans, the Sky Sports app will serve as the primary mobile hub for live streams. Non-Sky subscribers retain access through flexible, contract-free membership options via the NOW streaming service. The EFL has committed to a phased announcement schedule for future broadcast selections, with the next update regarding fixtures through September 2026 expected by July 2, 2026.