Barnsley and Lincoln City currently hold the last two positions in the top six, with Barnsley on 75 points and Lincoln City on 74 points, setting the stage for an intense final round of fixtures. Oxford United sits just behind Lincoln City in seventh place, tied on points but trailing on goal difference, while Blackpool follows closely in eighth place, just a point behind. Barnsley, enduring a period of poor form, made the decision to part ways with Neill Collins this week as they gear up to host Northampton Town at Oakwell. Similarly, Lincoln City prepares to welcome League One champions Portsmouth at home, while Oxford United travels to St James Park to face Exeter City.
The dates for the play-off semi-finals have been provisionally set, although they may be subject to change depending on various factors. Originally scheduled for Friday, May 3, the first leg between the sixth and third-placed teams has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 4, with a kickoff time of 3:30 pm, followed by the second leg on Tuesday, May 7, at 8 pm. The clash between the fifth and fourth-placed teams is slated for May 4 (kickoff at 7:45 pm) and May 8 (kickoff at 8 pm) respectively.
The Seasiders of Blackpool seek a crucial away victory against Reading on Saturday, aiming to extend their four-game winning streak and hoping for favorable outcomes elsewhere. As with all fixtures, these dates are subject to confirmation, allowing for adjustments once the final teams are determined. The League One play-off final is scheduled for Saturday, May 18, at Wembley Stadium, although the exact kickoff time is yet to be determined. The provisional schedule is as follows:
– Saturday, May 4: 6th vs. 3rd (1st leg) – Kickoff at 3:30 pm
– Saturday, May 4: 5th vs. 4th (1st leg) – Kickoff at 7:45 pm
– Tuesday, May 7: 3rd vs. 6th (2nd leg) – Kickoff at 8 pm
– Wednesday, May 8: 4th vs. 5th (2nd leg) – Kickoff at 8 pm
– Saturday, May 18: League One play-off final – Kickoff time to be confirmed
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