The League Two play-off semi-final first legs are underway, with Chesterfield facing Notts County on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This match, along with all other play-off ties, will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football and associated channels. Sky Sports+ is integrated into various Sky services, including Sky Q, Sky Stream, Sky Glass, and NOW TV, ensuring extensive coverage of EFL games throughout the season.
The semi-final second leg between Notts County and Chesterfield is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, at 7:15 PM or 8:00 PM depending on the source, also on Sky Sports Football. The EFL play-offs, encompassing Championship, League One, and League Two, will see all 15 games broadcast live. The play-off finals are slated for the Bank Holiday weekend of May 23-25.
Broadcast Details and Coverage
Sky Sports holds exclusive rights for all League Two play-off fixtures, offering comprehensive viewing options for fans. This includes coverage across its dedicated sports channels and the Sky Sports+ platform, which provides access to over 1,000 EFL games in total during the season. Matches not featured on the main Sky Sports channels will still be available via Sky Sports+.
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Live Broadcast: All League Two play-off matches are live on Sky Sports Football or equivalent.
Streaming: Available through Sky Sports channels, Sky Sports+, and NOW TV.
Multi-Camera Coverage: League Two matches on Sky Sports+ will feature a minimum of two cameras, while Championship and League One games will have at least four. Matches on main Sky channels will have a minimum of eight cameras.
Fixture Overview
The League Two play-off semi-final first legs run from Friday, May 8, to Friday, May 15. The EFL play-off schedule confirms Chesterfield v Notts County as a key fixture. While other Championship and League One play-off semi-final first legs have been confirmed, the focus for League Two is on the Chesterfield-Notts County tie.
League Two Semi-Final 1st Leg: Chesterfield v Notts County – Sunday, May 10, 6:00 PM (Sky Sports Football)
League Two Semi-Final 2nd Leg: Notts County v Chesterfield – Friday, May 15, 7:15 PM / 8:00 PM (Sky Sports Football)
League Two Play-Off Final: Monday, May 25 (Wembley Stadium)
Background
The broadcast rights for the EFL, including the Championship, League One, and League Two, are held by Sky Sports, a long-standing partner of English football. The Sky Sports+ service, launched as part of a broader strategy to increase live sports offerings, is intended to encompass a significant portion of the EFL schedule, including cup competitions and league matches not always prioritized for main channel broadcast. This model aims to satisfy a demand for more accessible live sports viewing, integrating services like NOW TV for those without traditional Sky subscriptions.
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