Liverpool will kick off their Premier League title defense at home against Bournemouth during the opening match of the 2025-26 season. Newly promoted Sunderland will also start their campaign at home against West Ham United. Meanwhile, two Championship returnees, Leeds and Burnley, will face Everton and Tottenham respectively.
One of the most anticipated matches will be Arsenal facing Manchester United, a clash that historically held title-deciding significance. Currently, Arsenal stands second while Manchester United is in the 15th position.
Key Fixtures Include:
- Friday, August 15: Liverpool vs. Bournemouth (3 p.m.)
- Saturday, August 16: Aston Villa vs. Newcastle (7:30 a.m.), Brighton vs. Fulham (10 a.m.), Sunderland vs. West Ham (10 a.m.), Tottenham vs. Burnley (10 a.m.), Wolverhampton vs. Manchester City (12:30 p.m.)
- Sunday, August 17: Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace (9 a.m.), Manchester United vs. Arsenal (11:30 a.m.)
- Monday, August 18: Leeds vs. Everton (3 p.m.)
As the season begins, teams need to establish momentum right from the start. Manchester City will have a balanced schedule initially, with an opportunity to gain points before their first major clashes late in November.
