Rochdale welcome York City this weekend in a winner-takes-all scenario at the Crown Oil Arena. The National League title-decider promises high drama as both sides vie for the championship.
Kick-off and Venue
The match is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, with kick-off at 12:30pm. Rochdale will host the fixture at their home ground, the Crown Oil Arena, which is expected to be at full capacity for this high-stakes encounter.
UK TV Channel
The match will be broadcast exclusively on DAZN, the official home of the National League for the 2025/26 season. Coverage on DAZN for this title-decider begins at 12pm, allowing fans to enjoy pre-match build-up.
Live Stream Online
Supporters can stream the match live via the National League TV section on the DAZN website. An active National League TV subscription is required, providing HD coverage of every game on the final day.
Watching via Apps
For mobile or tablet viewing, use the DAZN app. After logging in with subscription details, the Rochdale vs York City match will appear prominently under the live events section.
Coverage in the US
Fans in the United States can follow the match via the DAZN app, which holds global broadcast rights for the Enterprise National League. The service ensures international viewers can watch the promotion battle in real-time. Kick-off is at 4:30am PT / 7:30am ET.
Radio and Audio
Local radio coverage is expected from BBC Radio Manchester and BBC Radio York, offering commentary for those unable to watch. Audio is accessible via the BBC Sounds app or local frequencies shortly before kick-off.
Rochdale Team News
The home side will rely on star man Luke Hannant, who scored the winner in their previous home fixture. Emmanuel Dieseruvwe leads the line, looking to add to his impressive tally of 25 goals this season.
York City Team News
York City boast a potent attacking threat in Ollie Pearce, who has recorded 34 goals this campaign. The club are in excellent form, winning five consecutive matches, and are expected to field a similar side to the one that defeated Yeovil Town last weekend.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, this is a competitive fixture. York City hold a slight edge with 51 wins compared to Rochdale's 45, with 25 draws. York dominated the reverse fixture earlier this season with a convincing 4-1 win at the LNER Community Stadium.
