League One preview highlights new challenges for returning clubs
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The 2026-27 League One season features Leicester City returning to the third tier for the first time since 2009 and Sheffield Wednesday under new ownership. Key teams like AFC Wimbledon aim to improve after a tough last season, while Barnsley seeks reinvigoration under head coach Daniel Stendel. Bromley, last season's League Two champions, begin their debut in League One with less pressure. The competition is expected to be wide open as teams regroup and realign their goals for promotion.
- •Leicester City last played in League One in 2009.
- •AFC Wimbledon aims to avoid relegation pressure this season.
- •Barnsley looking for a top-half finish after a limited transfer budget.
- •Bromley enters League One for the first time after promotion.
- •Sheffield Wednesday's new ownership brings fresh expectations.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Titans & underdogs - League One club-by-club preview
- 9:02 AMBBC Sport — Titans & underdogs - League One club-by-club preview
"BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League One this season.
"BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League One this season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 9:10 AMTitans & underdogs - League One club-by-club preview
BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League One this season.
- BBC SportAug 14, 2026, 9:02 AMTitans & underdogs - League One club-by-club preview
BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League One this season.
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