Fixture release day is one of the moments on the footballing calendar which prompts almost universal excitement and hope amongst supporters.
Before a ball is kicked, fans can dream of either continued success or a new dawn for their team as much as their heart desires.
Fixture announcement day is an occasion in which seasons are shaped, get-togethers are arranged and away days are planned for.
Ahead of the 2024/25 football season, we take a look at the all-important fixture announcement dates for the Premier League, EFL and Scottish Premiership.
The fixtures for all three of the EFL's divisions - Championship, League One and League Two - will all be announced on the same day, with the seasons also getting underway on the same weekend.
The fixtures for all four of the SPFL's divisions - Scottish Premiership, Championship, League One and League Two - will all be announced on the same day, with the seasons also getting underway on the same weekend.