Bristol Rovers' television schedule for the 2026/27 EFL season has been confirmed, with the Gas set for at least two live broadcasts on Sky Sports. The fixture list published by Sky Sports this week includes Rovers' away trip to Grimsby Town on Saturday 19 September and the home clash with Tranmere Rovers on Saturday 28 November.
This announcement comes as Bristol Rovers sit first in League Two with nine points from four matches, holding a one-point lead over Barnet. Their strong start, featuring three wins and one loss, has seen them score 11 goals while conceding six for a +5 goal difference. Fans can track the team's progress on our standings page.
Which Bristol Rovers games are on TV?
The initial selections cover the period from September through January 2027. Bristol Rovers' first televised outing will be at Blundell Park against Grimsby, kicking off at the broadcast time specified by Sky. Their second scheduled appearance comes at the Memorial Stadium nearly two months later when Tranmere visit. Every EFL club will be shown live more than twenty times across the season, which Sky Sports says involves over 1,000 live games including the Carabao Cup and EFL Trophy.
All matches shown on Sky Sports will also be available via the Sky Sports app. For supporters without a full Sky subscription, the broadcaster highlighted flexible options. "For instant, contract-free access to all Sky Sports channels, non-Sky subscribers can purchase a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership," Sky Sports said.
How does the TV selection process work?
Selections for matches up to the midweek of 2-3 March 2027 will be announced by 6 November 2026. Further picks for the weekend of 5-8 March will be confirmed by 5 February 2027. The final weekend of the regular season will have its television games announced the week prior to the matches. This rolling schedule allows broadcasters to react to the evolving league narrative.
With Rovers currently topping the table, more of their fixtures could be chosen for live coverage as the season develops. Supporters should monitor our fixtures page for the latest updates on kick-off times and broadcast status.
What is the context of the 2026/27 season?
The 2026/27 EFL campaign begins on the weekend of 14-17 August 2026. Bristol Rovers are listed among the League Two teams for the coming season in the Sky Sports report. Their current form of three consecutive wins before a recent loss shows a team capable of mounting a serious promotion challenge, which often attracts additional television interest.
The club's attacking output, averaging nearly three goals per game, makes them an attractive proposition for broadcasters seeking entertaining matches. Detailed player contributions can be found on our stats section.
Sky Sports confirmed that existing customers need not take any action. "No! Customers with a full Sky Sports subscription won't need to do a thing," a statement clarified. The next confirmed live broadcast for Bristol Rovers fans is the away fixture at Grimsby Town on 19 September 2026.
