Top-flight giants for Spotland

Rochdale will play host to north-west giants Manchester United and Everton as part of their pre-season programme. Following a week-long stay in Marbella, when Keith Hill`s men will face Peterborough, Everton will arrive at Spotland for a clash on Saturday, July 18, kick-off 3pm. And United boss Sir Alex Ferguson will send a side to face Dale two days later - Monday, July 20, kick-off 7.30pm.