Leicester City to kick off League One season at Notts County
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Leicester City opens its League One campaign against Notts County on Saturday, August 15. This marks the Foxes' return to the third tier following consecutive relegations, making it only their second appearance in League One history. Notts County, promoted after a successful League Two season, will host the match at their Hayes Lane ground. Other notable fixtures on the opening weekend include Sheffield Wednesday facing Leyton Orient and Bromley taking on Barnsley.
- •Leicester City starts League One season at Notts County.
- •Match scheduled for Saturday, August 15, at 12:30 BST.
- •Leicester faces financial pressure after recent relegations.
- •Bromley also plays its first match in League One against Barnsley.
- •More than a third of League One teams have Premier League history.
- 11:05 AMBBC Football — Leicester start League One season at Notts County
"Leicester City will start their League One season at promoted Notts County, while Bromley's first-ever match in the division will be at Barnsley.
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