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Football League announces anniversary fixtures

Football League announces anniversary fixtures
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The Football League announces a number of special fixtures for the opening day of the season to commemorate the organisation's 125th anniversary.

The Football League has announced a number of special fixtures for the opening day of the season to commemorate the organisation's 125th anniversary.

The six games across the Championship, League One and League Two will all feature teams who have played a significant role in the Football League's rich history.

The full fixture list will be released on Wednesday.

"We look forward to celebrating 125 years of incredible matches, unforgettable moments and gloves-off footballing rivalry," said Football League chairman Greg Clarke.

Burnley will host Bolton Wanderers at Turf Moor and Blackburn Rovers will travel to Derby County in the Championship.

Preston North End will entertain Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Sheffield United welcome Notts County to Bramall Lane in League One.

League Two will see Accrington Stanley make the trip to Newport County and Rochdale host Hartlepool United.

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