How to watch today's Oldham vs Southend National League playoff final: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

The stage is set for a blockbuster finish to the National League season this Sunday, as Oldham Athletic and Southend United lock horns at Wembley with a coveted place in the Football League up for grabs.

Both clubs, once staples of the EFL, have weathered their fair share of storms in recent years. But now, just one game separates them from a long-awaited return up the footballing ladder. While this may not have been the final most fans predicted, both teams have earned their place the hard way.

Oldham bulldozed their way through Halifax and then stunned title favourites York to secure a ticket to the capital. Southend, meanwhile, edged past Rochdale before holding their nerve in a dramatic shootout win over Forest Green Rovers to reach the grand finale.

Southend might hold the edge in head-to-head meetings this term, but Oldham have been consistent top-seven contenders and look well-drilled heading into the weekend.

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Oldham vs Southend online - TV channels & live streams

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Oldham vs Southend kick-off time

National League - Final

Jun 1, 2025 - 10:00

Wembley

The match will be played at the Wembley Stadium on Sunday, June 1, 2025, with kick-off at 10:00 am ET or 7:00 am PT for fans in the US.

Team news & squads

Oldham Athletic vs Southend United lineups

Oldham Athletic

Formation

SOU

1

M. Hudson

6

E. Monthe

28

V. Yoganathan

9

M. Fondop-Talum

2

R. Ogle

24

C. Evans

29

J. Pritchard

3

M. Kitching

4

T. Pett

16

C. Raglan

14

J. Garner

1

N. Hayes

7

J. Bridge

3

N. Ralph

22

K. Appiah-Forson

24

C. Kendall

6

B. Goodliffe

16

H. Taylor

17

C. Miley

8

N. Husin

14

T. Hopper

2

G. Scott-Morriss

SOU

OLD

-Line up

• 1

  M. Hudson

• 6

  E. Monthe

  5’

  90’ + 1’

• 28

  V. Yoganathan

  84’

• 9

  M. Fondop-Talum

• 2

  R. Ogle

• 24

  C. Evans

  79’

  101’

• 29

  J. Pritchard

  45’ + 2’

  67’

• 3

  M. Kitching

  98’

• 4

  T. Pett

• 16

  C. Raglan

• 14

  J. Garner

  48’

  75’

Substitutes

• 10

  T. Conlon

  84’

• 31

  T. Donaghy

• 5

  S. Hobson

  98’

  101’

• 17

  J. Uchegbulam

  67’, 114’

• 23

  K. Harratt

  101’

  112’

• 30

  J. Norwood

  75’

  110’

• 15

  J. Rossiter

  114’

Manager

• M. Mellon

SOU

-Line up

• 1

  N. Hayes

• 7

  J. Bridge

  64’

• 3

  N. Ralph

• 22

  K. Appiah-Forson

  114’

• 24

  C. Kendall

  64’

• 6

  B. Goodliffe

• 16

  H. Taylor

• 17

  C. Miley

  8’

  77’

• 8

  N. Husin

• 14

  T. Hopper

  90’

  90’ + 4’

• 2

  G. Scott-Morriss

Substitutes

• 28

  O. Coker

  77’

• 4

  G. Wind

• 11

  J. Walker

  90’ + 4’

• 9

  M. Bonne

  64’

• 25

  N. Harness

• 15

  J. Gubbins

  114’

• 19

  L. Chambers-Parillon

  64’

  91’

Manager

• K. Maher

Oldham team news

On the team front, Vimal Yoganathan, on loan from Barnsley, and wing-back Joe Pritchard—both on target in the win over York—are expected to keep their starting places. Former Sunderland midfielder Corry Evans, along with Norwich City youth product Dan Garner, adds top-tier pedigree to the Latics' midfield.

Defensively, Oldham are likely to stick with their trusted back three of Emmanuel Monthe, Charlie Raglan, and Reagan Ogle, who were rock-solid in the semi-final shutout at York.

Southend team news

For the Shrimpers, midfielder Oliver Coker may find his starting spot under threat after being subbed off early at Forest Green. Meanwhile, super sub Jack Bridge, who grabbed a vital goal to force penalties, is pushing hard for a place in the starting XI under the iconic Wembley arch.

Form

Head-to-Head Record

OLD

Last 5 matches

SOU

1

Win

2

Draws

2

Wins

• Southend United

  1

  -

  0

  Oldham Athletic

• Oldham Athletic

  1

  -

  1

  Southend United

• Oldham Athletic

  1

  -

  1

  Southend United

• Southend United

  4

  -

  0

  Oldham Athletic

• Oldham Athletic

  2

  -

  0

  Southend United

4

Goals scored

7

Games over 2.5 goals

1/5

Both teams scored

2/5

Standings

Useful links

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