TV Series Confirmed 7.6

Match of the Day

Name: Match of the Day Release
Start: 2026-10-11

October 11, 2026 1h 20m 3294 eps

Talk News

7.6

51 votes

1h 20m

Runtime

Popularity

Released 8 days ago — October 11, 2026

About

BBC's football highlights and analysis.

"The longest-running football television programme in the world" as recognised by Guinness World Records in 2015.

Release Date

October 11, 2026

Status

Confirmed

Platform / Region

BBC One, BBC Two

Production

BBC One, BBC Two / BBC Sport

Language

English

Episodes

3294

Season

63 Seasons

Details

Age Rating: NR
TMDB Status: Returning Series
Countries: United Kingdom
Spoken Languages: English
Series Type: Talk Show
In Production: Yes

Episodes

Next episode: S63E12 Sunday (October 11th, 2026) (2026-10-11)

Latest episode: S63E11 Saturday (October 10th, 2026) (2026-10-10)

Season 1964/65: 37 episodes (1964-08-22)
Season 1965/66: 33 episodes (1965-10-02)
Season 1966/67: 40 episodes (1966-08-20)
Season 1967/68: 42 episodes (1967-08-05)
Season 1968/69: 38 episodes (1968-08-03)
Season 1969/70: 40 episodes (1969-08-02)
Season 1970/71: 43 episodes (1970-08-08)
Season 1971/72: 43 episodes (1971-07-31)
Season 1972/73: 43 episodes (1972-07-29)
Season 1973/74: 42 episodes (1973-08-11)
Season 1974/75: 43 episodes (1974-08-10)
Season 1975/76: 43 episodes (1975-08-09)
Season 1976/77: 43 episodes (1976-08-14)
Season 1977/78: 41 episodes (1977-08-13)
Season 1978/79: 41 episodes (1978-08-19)
Season 1979/80: 46 episodes (1979-08-11)
Season 1980/81: 40 episodes (1980-08-17)
Season 1981/82: 42 episodes (1981-08-22)
Season 1982/83: 37 episodes (1982-08-29)
Season 1983/84: 37 episodes (1983-08-20)
Season 1984/85: 39 episodes (1984-08-25)
Season 1985/86: 14 episodes (1985-08-10)
Season 1986/87: 14 episodes (1986-09-21)
Season 1987/88: 19 episodes (1987-08-29)
Season 1988/89: 13 episodes (1988-08-20)
Season 1989/90: 16 episodes (1989-08-12)
Season 1990/91: 21 episodes (1990-08-18)
Season 1991/92: 22 episodes (1991-08-10)
Season 1992/93: 46 episodes (1992-08-15)
Season 1993/94: 50 episodes (1993-08-07)
Season 1994/95: 53 episodes (1994-08-14)
Season 1995/96: 53 episodes (1995-08-13)
Season 1996/97: 53 episodes (1996-08-11)
Season 1997/98: 71 episodes (1997-08-09)
Season 1998/99: 55 episodes (1998-08-15)
Season 1999/2000: 90 episodes (1999-08-07)
Season 2000/01: 57 episodes (2000-08-19)
Season 2001/02: 93 episodes (2001-08-12)
Season 2002/03: 51 episodes (2002-08-11)
Season 2003/04: 113 episodes (2003-08-10)
Season 2004/05: 81 episodes (2004-08-08)
Season 2005/06: 136 episodes (2005-08-07)
Season 2006/07: 82 episodes (2006-08-13)
Season 2007/08: 72 episodes (2007-08-05)
Season 2008/09: 59 episodes (2008-08-16)
Season 2009/10: 132 episodes (2009-08-08)
Season 2010/11: 63 episodes (2010-08-07)
Season 2011/12: 93 episodes (2011-08-07)
Season 2012/13: 83 episodes (2012-08-18)
Season 2013/14: 108 episodes (2013-08-14)
Season 2014/15: 41 episodes (2014-08-10)
Season 2015/16: 74 episodes (2015-08-02)
Season 2016/17: 46 episodes (2016-08-07)
Season 2017/18: 45 episodes (2017-08-06)
Season 2018/19: 48 episodes (2018-08-05)
Season 2019/20: 50 episodes (2019-08-04)
Season 2020/21: 59 episodes (2020-08-29)
Season 2021/22: 48 episodes (2021-08-14)
Season 2022/23: 44 episodes (2022-08-06)
Season 2023/24: 46 episodes (2023-08-12)
Season 2024/25: 40 episodes (2024-08-17)
Season 2025/26: 75 episodes (2025-08-16)
Season 2026/27: 12 episodes (2026-08-22)

sports football (soccer)

About This Release

The iconic television series Match of the Day continues its long-standing tradition as a staple of British broadcasting. Fans can look forward to the next installment arriving on Sunday, October 11, 2026. As a cornerstone of sports coverage, the program remains a vital destination for viewers interested in the latest developments within the world of professional athletics.

Categorized primarily as a talk and news program, the series focuses on providing comprehensive coverage of football (soccer). The premise of the show revolves around delivering high-quality highlights and expert analysis of matches. Recognized by Guinness World Records in 2015 as the longest-running football television programme in the world, it maintains a deep connection to its audience through consistent and authoritative reporting.

Produced in the United Kingdom by BBC Sport, the series is broadcast across BBC One and BBC Two. The show is presented in the English language and maintains a standard runtime of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes per episode. With a history spanning 63 seasons and a total of 3294 episodes, it stands as a massive cultural institution that is still in production today.

Regarding its reception, the series holds a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 51 votes on TMDB. It currently maintains a popularity score of 89.2806, reflecting its enduring appeal among sports enthusiasts. The program is currently listed as a returning series, and for viewers in the United States, it is classified as NR in terms of age rating.

The upcoming broadcast on Sunday, October 11, 2026, represents season 63, episode 12 of this storied franchise. This follows the latest episode, which aired on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Because the show is a talk show centered on sports, audiences can expect a structured review of recent games, offering professional insights and visual summaries of the most significant moments from the pitch.

Whether you are a casual observer or a dedicated fan of the game, Match of the Day provides a reliable way to stay informed about league activities. The combination of historical prestige and ongoing production ensures that it remains a relevant football (soccer) resource. By tuning into BBC One or BBC Two, viewers can expect a professional analysis that honors the program's long-standing reputation as the premier destination for highlights.