English Premier League 2025/2026 Fixtures Unveiled

The full fixture list for the 2025/2026 English Premier League season has been released, setting the stage for another thrilling campaign of drama, rivalries, and title chases. With 380 games to be played between August 15, 2025, and May 24, 2026, fans can now begin counting down to the first whistle.

Key Dates and Structure

The new season officially kicks off on Friday, August 15, and will conclude on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The league will feature:

• 33 weekend matchdays
• 5 midweek rounds
• A commitment to at least 60 hours between matches, ensuring player recovery
• No games on Christmas Eve, in line with fan and player welfare considerations

Opening Weekend: Big Clashes

The 2025/26 season hits the ground running with blockbuster fixtures across the board:

• Liverpool vs Bournemouth (Friday night opener at Anfield)
• Manchester United vs Arsenal (Old Trafford hosts a mega clash on Sunday)
• Chelsea vs Crystal Palace, Aston Villa vs Newcastle, and Tottenham vs Burnley also feature over the weekend
• Newly-promoted sides Leeds United, Burnley, and Sunderland make their return to the top flight:
  • Leeds host Everton
  • Sunderland take on West Ham at home
  • Burnley face Tottenham away

Major Derbies and Rivalries to Watch

Fans won’t have to wait long for high-stakes showdowns:

• North London Derby: Arsenal vs Tottenham – Nov 22 (Emirates) and Feb 21 (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium)
• Manchester Derby: City vs United – Sept 13 (Etihad) and Jan 17 (Old Trafford)
• Merseyside Derby: Liverpool vs Everton – Sept 20 (Anfield) and Apr 18 (Goodison)
• Tyne-Wear Derby: Newcastle vs Sunderland – Dec 13, a fierce clash returning to the Premier League calendar after years

Arsenal’s Challenging Start

Arsenal face a brutal opening stretch that could define their season early. After visiting Old Trafford, they are set to play:

• Liverpool (away)
• Leeds (home)
• Nottingham Forest (away)
• Manchester City (home)
• Newcastle (away)

Changes and Innovations

Several new elements will shape the 2025/26 season:

• Puma becomes the new official ball supplier, ending Nike’s decades-long reign.
• The semi-automated offside technology will be fully implemented, aiming to minimize contentious decisions.
• Pre-season international tours include Arsenal vs Tottenham in Hong Kong and Liverpool in Japan — a nod to the Premier League’s expanding global fan base.

Final Day Drama Ahead?

The season finale on May 24, 2026, promises to be dramatic. As is tradition, all 20 teams will play simultaneously, with possible implications for the title, top-four qualification, and relegation.

Full Fixture List

The complete list of fixtures for all 20 teams is available on the official Premier League website. Dates remain subject to change based on TV selections and cup commitments.

The 2025/2026 Premier League season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet. With traditional heavyweights strengthening, promoted teams hungry to prove their worth, and fierce rivalries sprinkled across the calendar, fans are in for a footballing treat.