Leicester City will kick off their League One season against promoted Notts County, marking a significant moment in the club's history after back-to-back relegations. This season sees the 2016 Premier League champions drop into the third tier for only the second time in their 142-year existence, 17 years after their last campaign in this division.

In a contrasting journey, Bromley, the League Two title winners, will play their first-ever match in League One at Barnsley. A decade ago, these clubs were worlds apart, with Bromley finishing 14th in the National League while Leicester celebrated their Premier League title. Their first encounter will take place at Hayes Lane on Tuesday, 20 October.

The opening day on Saturday, 15 August features a packed schedule, including Sheffield Wednesday, who are returning to League One after being relegated as the Championship's bottom side. They will face Leyton Orient. Newly appointed Oxford United boss Aaron Ramsey will host last season's League Two runners-up MK Dons in his first match in charge.

Leicester’s recent history is marked by financial pressures and a points penalty for overspending. The club's talented roster includes players like Abdul Fatawu, Jannik Vestergaard, Harry Winks, and Wout Faes. Russell Martin, who previously guided Southampton to Premier League promotion, has been appointed to lead the Foxes in their resurgence.

Sheffield Wednesday also aims for a revival under new ownership, joining Leicester in a League One that boasts several clubs with Premier League history, including Bradford City, Blackpool, Barnsley, Huddersfield Town, Luton Town, Reading, and Wigan Athletic.