Aldershot Town will kick off their 2026-27 National League campaign with an away trip to Boston United on Saturday, August 8. The Shots, who finished 20th last season with 46 points (13W-7D-26L) and a recent form of LLLLL, will look to bounce back after a tough end to the previous campaign, including a 0-2 home loss to Truro City on April 25, 2026.
When does Aldershot Town's season start?
The Shots' first home game will be against Hartlepool United on August 15, followed by a trip to Kidderminster Harriers on August 22. Their first Friday night fixture comes on August 28 when they host Harrogate Town under the lights at the EBB Stadium. The opening month concludes with a Monday trip to Eastleigh on August 31.
What are the key derby dates?
Aldershot's matches against local rivals Woking are both scheduled for bank holidays. The home fixture is on Boxing Day (December 26), while the return leg at the Laithwaite Community Stadium is set for Easter Monday (March 29).
When are the cup competitions?
Aldershot will enter the Emirates FA Cup at the Fourth Qualifying Round stage on October 17, with the First Round Proper scheduled for November 7 if they progress. In the Isuzu FA Trophy, their campaign begins in the Third Round on December 12, with the Fourth Round on January 16 if they advance.
How does the season finish?
The Shots' final away game is against Forest Green Rovers on April 17, before concluding the season at home to AFC Fylde on April 24 in a 12:30pm kick-off. The club will hope to improve on last season's goal difference of -18 (69 scored, 87 conceded) and close the 62-point gap to league leaders York.
