Luton kick off their Premier League campaign this weekend when they head to Brighton & Albion.
With football starting before the introduction of Sky then despite what some might think, it isn’t the first time the Hatters have been in the top flight before.
The Luton News look at how Town’s other 16 opening day matches at this level have gone in a special gallery below.
5. Aug 22, 1959: Everton 2 Luton Town 2
Luton were on the road with a tough opening encounter at Goodison Park, but they managed to head back from Merseyside with something to show for the spoils thanks to strikes from Allan Brown (pictured) and Billy Bingham. Photo: Hatters Heritage
6. Aug 17, 1974: Luton Town 1 Liverpool 2
After returning to Division One following a 15-year absence, Luton had one of the most difficult starts against a Liverpool side containing Ray Clemence and Kevin Keegan. Town did lead through Barry Butlin’s first half header, but Tommy Smith quickly levelled and Steve Heighway won it with 15 minutes to go. Photo: Hatters Heritage
7. Aug 28, 1982: Spurs 2 Luton Town 2
Back in the top flight once more, David Pleat’s side travelled to White Hart Lane for the opening fixture and fought back to earn an excellent 2-2 draw against the FA Cup holders. Gary Mabbutt headed home Glen Hoddle’s free kick, as Micky Hazard doubled the lead, before Luton got going, John Lacey putting through his own net and Brian Stein salvaging the draw. Photo: Hatters Heritage
8. Aug 27, 1983: Arsenal 2 Luton Town 1
Up against Arsenal’s new £750,000 signing Charlie Nicholas, it was Tony Woodcock who put the hosts in front at Highbury. Luton levelled after Stewart Robson blasted the ball into his own net, before Brian McDermott scored the Gunners’ winner. Photo: Hatters Heritage