Seven Big 2019/20 National League Opening Day Fixtures

5 Jul 2019 By Tom Scott

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The fixtures for the 2019/20 season were released on Wednesday with plenty of eye-catching games coming your way.

We've picked out the ten most intriguing fixtures across the National League's three divisions on August 3 when the action gets underway.

Stockport County v Maidenhead United
The season gets underway at Edgeley Park where National League North champions Stockport host Maidenhead live on BT Sport.

The Hatters are back in the division for the first time since 2013 after pipping Chorley to the title last season.

Alan Devonshire has strengthened his Magpies well as he looks to continue their momentum and build on last season's 19th place finish.

You can view information about BT Sport's first batch of televised games by clicking here.

Harrogate Town v Solihull Moors
Simon Weaver came close to a first Football League season for Harrogate but similar to Solihull Moors, fell short.

Both sides were beaten by AFC Fylde on their way to Wembley but Town have bolstered their front line in a bid for more goals.

Tim Flowers side were the surprise package in the National League and ran the title race close, eventually finishing second. They to have added goals with 27-goal frontman Paul McCallum added.

Boston United v Chester
If these two sides had a National League North report card it would say "could do better." Both harboured ambitions of a top seven finish but missed out.

The Pilgrims have gone for experience to give them the edge but boss Craig Elliott admits they will have their work cut out for them this season.

Chester have two men more than adept with piecing together a promotion-worthy side. Keeping Gary Roberts and Anthony Dudley was big and if Akwasi Asante can find his best form they stand a chance.

Maidstone United v Weymouth
Last season was one to forget for Maidstone with John Still and Hakan Hayrettin unable to save them from the drop.

On the flip side, Weymouth finished top of tree in the Southern Premier League and their boss, ex-Aldershot midfielder Mark Molesey, is determined to establish.

Altrincham v York City
Only a penalty shoot-out stood between Alty and the National League North promotion final in 2018/19.

Phil Parkinson is determined to pick up where they left off but Steve Watson is a man on a mission with York City.

Altrincham got the better of the Minstermen on both occasions last season - but will it be a different story this time?

Barnet v Yeovil Town
Last time these two met Yeovil Town won in their League Two clash back in February 2018.

It's the tale of the two Darren's - Darren Currie looking to improve on the Bees poor league form last season while Darren Sarll is the man tasked with taking the Glovers back to the EFL at the first attempt.

Wealdstone v Dartford
Wealdstone boss Dean Brennan will be in the dugout for the first time with his new team against Dartford.

Bobby Wilkinson left the Stones after their promotion final loss with Dartford pair Jamie Coyle and Adam Flanagan still reeling from their capitulation last season which saw them miss out on a top seven finish.

The 2019/20 National League season gets underway on August 3 and you can find a full fixture list here.

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