The stakes are high as Bolton face Stockport in the 2026 League One Play-Off final on Sunday, May 24, with a spot in the English Championship up for grabs.
Bolton won one of their last five regular season matches but were dominant in the play-off semi-finals. The Wanderers had 65% possession and 12-3 shots in a 1-0 win against Bradford in the first leg and won 1-0 on the road, Xavier Simons coming off the bench to score a late winner.
Stockport took on Stevenage in the play-off semi-finals, starting on the road where Ben Osborn's 93rd minute goal secured a 1-0 road win. Steven Schumacher’s side took an early 2-0 lead at Edgeley Park through Louie Barry and Kyle Wootton, the Hatters holding on to reach the final.
What Time Does Bolton vs Stockport Start?
The 2026 League One play-off final between Bolton and Stockport will be played on Sunday, May 24 2026.
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Competition: League One play-off final
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
Tip-off time: 13:00 BST
Prize: The winner advances to the English Championship
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