How fixture lists are produced

The Darlington Official website has revealed an interesting article about the lengthy process of how the Football League fixture lists are compiled. With the 2007/8 list set to be released in just 8 days, the procedures of how each season's format are a complex one and many considerations have to be made.

Have you ever wondered why local derbys on Bank Holidays are now rare? Or how come matches never clash with the annual carnival or fun run? If so the article is available to view at:
http://www.darlington-fc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10339~1032954,00.html