Darren Ferguson will begin life as a manager in Coca-Cola League One with a trip to face play-off losers Southend on August 9.

Leyton Orient then visit London Road seven days later while the first derby of the season takes place at Northampton on September 13.

The Cobblers make the return trip on March 14 while Posh`s final day opponents will be Swindon on May 2.