Rochdale's first three televised fixtures for the 2026/27 League Two season have been confirmed by broadcaster Sky Sports. The schedule, reported by RadioTimes.com, includes a crucial home match against Shrewsbury Town this Tuesday as the club seeks its first points of the campaign.
As of 30 August 2026, Rochdale AFC sits 24th in the League Two table with zero points from three games, having lost all three matches. Their form is a major concern, with just one goal scored and six conceded, leaving them seven points adrift of early leaders Barnet. The immediate focus is on the visit of Shrewsbury, who are 18th, to try and kickstart their season.
What are Rochdale's televised fixtures?
The first of Rochdale's confirmed live broadcasts is the upcoming clash with Shrewsbury Town at the Crown Oil Arena. That match kicks off at 7:45pm UK time on Tuesday, 1 September 2026, and will be shown on Sky Sports+. The next televised game is a local derby against Oldham Athletic on Saturday, 19 September, with a 12:30pm kick-off, also on Sky Sports+.
A third away fixture at Port Vale on Saturday, 31 October rounds out the initial batch of confirmed TV games. That match also has a 12:30pm start time and will be broadcast on Sky Sports+. The full League Two season runs from Saturday, 15 August 2026 to Saturday, 8 May 2027, with the play-off final scheduled for Saturday, 29 May 2027.
How can fans watch the games?
Sky Sports holds the exclusive domestic broadcasting rights for League Two in the 2026/27 season. The channel plans to show over 1,000 live games across the EFL, Carabao Cup, and EFL Trophy. Many of these, including Rochdale's fixtures, will be available on Sky Sports+, which is included in standard Sky Sports packages.
For Sky TV customers, Sky Sports can be added for £24 per month, providing access to all nine sports channels. A bundle including Sky Sports and Netflix is priced at £35 monthly. Fans without a Sky subscription can use the NOW streaming service, which offers Sky Sports without a long-term contract. A NOW day pass costs £14.99, while a monthly membership is £34.99. NOW can be streamed on computers, smart TVs, mobile phones, and games consoles, and is also accessible via TNT Sports.
What does the wider broadcast picture look like?
While Sky Sports is the primary broadcaster, a limited number of EFL matches will be available on free-to-air television. ITV has secured rights to broadcast 10 live EFL games during the 2026/27 campaign. The specific matches ITV will show have not yet been announced, but they represent another potential viewing option for supporters.
The sheer volume of games Sky intends to broadcast means there is a strong chance more Rochdale fixtures could be selected for live coverage as the season progresses. Fans should keep an eye on the official fixtures page for any further schedule updates or changes to kick-off times.
Where does Rochdale go from here?
The immediate priority is arresting the poor start to the season, beginning with the televised match against Shrewsbury. Securing a first win would provide a vital boost and could help lift the team off the bottom of the standings. The subsequent televised derby against Oldham Athletic offers another high-profile opportunity to build momentum in front of a wider audience.
With the season still in its early stages, there is ample time for Rochdale to turn their form around. The confirmed TV slots, however, put a spotlight on these important fixtures as the club works to climb the table and improve on a goal difference of minus five.
