EFL announces full 2026-27 Championship fixtures; Wolves vs Blackburn to open season
By
Nathan Ridley
Summary
The EFL has announced the full 2026-27 Championship season fixtures. The season kicks off on Friday, August 14 with Wolves hosting Blackburn Rovers at Molineux. Newly-promoted Lincoln City face Middlesbrough, while Cardiff City begin their return to the second tier with a Welsh derby against Wrexham. Bolton Wanderers, promoted via the League One play-offs, also start with a home game. Wolves, Burnley, and West Ham are the relegated Premier League sides joining the Championship for this season.
Source
Twitter / XEFL announces full 2026-27 Championship fixtures; Wolves vs Blackburn to open seasonmirror.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe new Championship season will begin with a clash between Wolves and Blackburn Rovers at Molineux on Friday, August 14.
Newly-promoted Lincoln City will travel to Middlesbrough, who lost last season's play-off final in agonising fashion.
Cardiff City will kick-off their return to the second tier with a juicy all-Welsh clash at home to Wrexham on Monday, August 17.
You might also wanna read
EFL Fixtures 2025-26: Key Dates for Swansea City, Wrexham, Cardiff City, and Newport County Revealed
The article discusses the EFL fixtures for the 2025-26 season involving Swansea City, Wrexham, Cardiff City, and Newport County. It highligh
bbc.com·1y agoChampionship Fixtures 2025-26: Birmingham City vs. Ipswich Town to Kick Off Season
The article discusses the fixtures for the start of the 2025-26 Championship season, highlighting matches between Birmingham City and Ipswic
bbc.com·1y agoPremier League 2025-26 Fixtures Release Date Announced
The Premier League fixtures for the 2025-26 season will be released on Wednesday, with anticipation building for key matchups and season sta
bbc.com·1y ago
Guide to buying Premier League tickets for the 2026/27 season, including hospitality and VIP options
The Premier League has announced the fixtures for the 2026/27 season, with reigning champions Arsenal opening against newly promoted Coventr
mirror.co.uk·6d agoChelsea vs. Man City to Kick Off 2025-26 WSL Season
Champions Chelsea will face Manchester City on the opening weekend of the 2025-26 Women's Super League season. London City Lionesses, a prom
bbc.com·11mo agoPrem Rugby 2025-26 Season to Start with Thursday Night Match
The 2025-26 Prem rugby season will kick off with a Thursday night fixture for the first time in its history, with Sale Sharks facing Glouces
bbc.com·11mo ago
Comments
Sign in to join the conversation.
No comments yet. Be the first.