It began in August 2008 and concluded in May 2009, with the promotion play-off finals.
The Football League is contested through three Divisions.
Before the season started, Luton Town, Rotherham United and AFC Bournemouth were all docked points for the League Two season for, in all cases, financial problems and additionally, in the case of Luton, for criminal matters regarding transfers of players.
On 25 January, Darlington were docked ten points after going into administration.
Promoted to League One Relegated to Conference National Relegated from League One Promoted from Conference National *Capacity limited to 6,000 because of planning regulations[5] 25 February 2009 – Darlington are docked 10 points by the FA for entering administration 2 May 2009 – Brentford crowned Champions of League 2 after 3–1 win at Darlington.