The Premier League has released the full list of fixtures for the 2025 to 2026 season, with some exciting matchups to kick off the campaign.
One of the biggest games on the opening weekend will see Manchester United play at home against Arsenal on Sunday August 17. United will be looking to bounce back after a poor season where they finished 15th. Arsenal, who have finished second for three seasons in a row, are hoping this is finally the year they win the title.
Champions Liverpool will begin their title defence at home to Bournemouth on Friday August 15. On Saturday, Manchester City travel to play Wolves, while Chelsea welcome Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
The new season officially kicks off on Friday August 15.
Opening Weekend Fixtures:
Friday August 15
Liverpool vs Bournemouth – 8pm
Saturday August 16
Aston Villa vs Newcastle – 12.30pm
Brighton vs Fulham – 3pm
Nottingham Forest vs Brentford – 3pm
Sunderland vs West Ham – 3pm
Tottenham vs Burnley – 3pm
Wolves vs Manchester City – 5.30pm
Sunday August 17
Chelsea vs Crystal Palace – 2pm
Manchester United vs Arsenal – 4.30pm
Monday August 18
Leeds vs Everton – 8pm
Fans across the country will be eager to see how their teams start the new season, especially with big clashes like United versus Arsenal setting the tone early.