League Two final showdown decides title, promotion and survival for 2026

The League Two title, one automatic promotion spot, and two relegation places remain undecided ahead of the final fixtures.

Title fight and third promotion spot With just one league game remaining, the League Two title race remains wide open following another highly competitive season. MK Dons and Bromley have already secured promotion, leaving only the championship outcome to be settled. Three teams are locked in a tight battle for the third automatic promotion berth, while the play-off spots are still up for grabs. Five clubs face decisive matches that will determine their league status. ## Champions and promotion picture MK Dons currently lead the table and can clinch the title by matching Bromley’s result against Walsall. Bromley need to win and hope MK Dons fail to match their points to claim the crown due to an overwhelming goal difference advantage. The race for the third automatic promotion spot involves Cambridge United, Salford, and Notts County, each with a chance depending on others' results. Cambridge sit top of the chasing pack with 81 points, while Salford and Notts County trail closely with 80 and 79 points respectively. ## Play-off and survival battles Cambridge United would secure second place if Bromley lose and they win at Crewe, while Salford or Notts County could seize the opportunity with victories of their own. Grimsby Town currently hold the fourth automatic spot, but Chesterfield and Swindon will fight for the final play-off position in a direct clash. Swindon must win their match to overtake Paul Cook’s side, who would otherwise enter the play-offs for a second consecutive season. The outcome of these matches will shape the promotion and play-off picture. ## Teams facing the drop to non-league Barrow are on the brink of relegation after six seasons in the EFL, sitting bottom with 36 points. Even a win over Newport would not be enough to save them due to an unfavorable goal difference compared to Harrogate and Crawley. Newport could escape the drop with a victory, leaving Harrogate, Crawley, and Tranmere to fight for survival. Harrogate currently hold a slim four-goal advantage over Crawley, who face Salford in a must-win scenario. If both win, Tranmere must beat Grimsby at home to avoid the drop.