York City hosts Bristol Rovers in League Two opener on August 15
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:14 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
York City will host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two match on August 15, marking their return to the EFL after ten years. The Minstermen earned promotion by securing a dramatic equaliser against Rochdale, their rivals in league standings. Rochdale, returning to League Two after three years, will visit Newport County in another opening fixture. Both clubs experienced a remarkable previous season, finishing with over 100 points in the National League. New managerial changes have taken place, with Rochdale appointing Ian Watson to lead the team.
- •York City secured promotion from the National League last season.
- •Bristol Rovers faces York City in League Two on August 15.
- •Rochdale visits Newport County in another opening match.
- •Ian Watson is the new manager for Rochdale.
- •Both teams broke the 100-point barrier in their last campaign.
- 11:14 AMYahoo Sports — York host Bristol Rovers and Rochdale visit Newport
- 11:06 AMBBC Football — York host Bristol Rovers and Rochdale visit Newport
"Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.
"Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 11:14 AMYork host Bristol Rovers and Rochdale visit Newport
Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.
- BBC FootballJun 25, 2026, 11:06 AMYork host Bristol Rovers and Rochdale visit Newport
Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.
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