2026 League One Play-off Final - Bolton Wanderers v Stockport County

The League One Play-Off Final 2026 promises to deliver another unforgettable afternoon at Wembley Stadium, as two ambitious clubs compete for promotion to the Championship. Every year, the League One Play-Offs produce incredible drama, passionate support, and moments that live long in football history.

The 2026 EFL League One Play-Off Final takes place on Sunday, 24 May 2026 at Wembley Stadium. Bolton Wanderers secured their place in the final by beating Bradford City 2-0 on aggregate in their semi-final, with Amario Cozier-Duberry’s nine goals and ten assists proving the driving force of their campaign, the Brighton loanee netting the crucial first-leg winner before Xavier Simons’ late strike sealed the tie in the second leg at Valley Parade. Stockport County, meanwhile, eased past Stevenage 3-0 on aggregate, with Louie Barry firing a brilliant finish after 14 minutes of the second leg before Carl Piergianni steered Kyle Wootton’s acrobatic effort into the top corner to book their Wembley place. Stockport are seeking promotion to the Championship for the first time since their relegation from the First Division in 2002, while Bolton have not been in the second tier since 2016, when they were relegated from the Championship.

With promotion just one step away, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The finalists are yet to be confirmed, but with so many evenly matched teams in contention, this year’s decider is sure to bring energy, emotion, and top-quality football to the capital. Last year’s League One Play-Off Final saw Charlton Athletic defeat Leyton Orient in a thrilling encounter that showcased the determination and quality of both sides.

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Wembley Stadium Sunday 24 May 2026