Game two is on the road

Our first away game of 25/26 is nearly here as we travel to Peterborough United at Saturday lunchtime for matchday two.

Live on Sky Sports+ in the UK and available worldwide on LTFC+, Matt Bloomfield’s Hatters will look to build momentum after our opening day win against AFC Wimbledon.

Peterborough were unfortunate not to take anything from their opener at Cardiff City after taking the lead in the first half.

Where to watch/follow

Not with us at Peterborough? You can watch the game in the UK and Ireland live on Sky Sports+.

If you are located abroad, you can watch the game live on LTFC+ by either purchasing a Global Hatters membership or an individual match pass. Find out more here!

Our dedicated match centre will be providing written coverage at lunchtime on Saturday, with the match centre starting on our website around two hours before kick-off.

If you are one of the 3,000 joining us in Peterborough, please remember that all tickets are digital and we advise you have your ticket downloaded before arriving at the stadium. If you have any problems on the day, please visit the main ticket office at Weston Homes Stadium for assistance.

What the managers say

Matt Bloomfield

“Darren isn’t going to change the way he plays. He’s been such a good manager for the level and the Championship for so many years, his teams always have such a clear identity, style and philosophy. He believes in one way and he’s very good at coaching his teams to do that.

“Peterborough have had some really good teams over the years, so we know what they are, what they stand for and how they play their football so it will be a real stern test for us.”

Darren Ferguson

“It is a good game for us, one that we are looking forward too. I am sure it will be a good atmosphere; they have sold out their area behind the goal and I am sure there will be lots of Posh fans there.

“There were positives to take from the opening day, and it wasn't as disappointing as I thought it was live, but there is no doubt we need to use the ball better when we are in possession.”

The opposition

Peterborough’s season began with defeat at Cardiff City last Saturday, with Posh taking a first half lead into the half-time interval.

21-year-old striker Bradley Ihionvein slotted in from the penalty spot after Declan Frith was bundled over in the area.

Posh were unable to hold on as a Cardiff onslaught in the second half meant the host’s took the points, with an exquisite Rubin Colwill free-kick sparking the comeback before Ronan Kpakio found the winner.

Team news

Matt revealed that no new injuries were sustained during Friday night's 1-0 win over AFC Wimbledon, but that new signings Cohen Bramall and Jerry Yates were still being brought up to speed after not playing any minutes during pre-season so far.

There were also positive updates regarding Tahith Chong, who is back on the grass but not in full training yet as he recovers from a groin injury, and midfielder Marvelous Nakamba who continued his return to full fitness with 45 minutes in the Under-21s' friendly win over Leyton Orient on Tuesday.

Lamine Fanne and Mark McGuinness, who both appeared as second half substitutes against the Dons, also played as they continue to build their fitness after concussion and illness disrupted their respective pre-seasons.

Last time out

A late winner for the Hatters on the opening night against Wimbledon temporarily put us top of the table last Friday.

Nahki Wells’ 85th minute cross was met by the head of Dons defender Ryan Johnson, whose header cannoned off the crossbar and into the net.

Kit colours

We will be back in our home shirt for this fixture, which you can purchase online here!

League One fixtures

Thursday 7th August

Port Vale 0-0 Cardiff City

Saturday 9th August

Reading vs Huddersfield (12.30pm BST)

AFC Wimbledon vs Lincoln City

Barnsley vs Burton Albion