Match Schedule & Fixtures

Friday, August 15

Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth — Kick-off at 20:00 UK time


Saturday, August 16 (All at 15:00 UK time unless noted)

Aston Villa vs Newcastle United — 12:30 UK

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham — 15:00 UK

Sunderland vs West Ham United — 15:00 UK

Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley — 15:00 UK

Wolves vs Manchester City — 17:30 UK


Sunday, August 17

Chelsea vs Crystal Palace — 14:00 UK

Nottingham Forest vs Brentford — 14:00 UK

Manchester United vs Arsenal — 16:30 UK



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Overview & Viewing Guide

The Premier League kicks off this weekend, marking the first wave of Matchday 1 action:

Friday night sees the defending champions, Liverpool, begin their title defence at home against AFC Bournemouth.

Saturday brings a full slate of five fixtures, featuring a mix of midweek dramas and local derbies. Notably, Wolves vs Manchester City rounds out the day as the prime evening fixture.

Sunday continues with the traditional double-header schedule, highlighted by the heavyweight clash Man Utd vs Arsenal in the late slot.