The 2025/26 Premier League schedule kicks off with Aston Villa facing Newcastle United on TNT Sports, while Manchester United will welcome Arsenal on the first day of the season.
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As the new Premier League season approaches, excitement is building among fans and clubs alike. The opening weekend promises to deliver some thrilling encounters, with Aston Villa and Newcastle United set to kick things off on TNT Sports.
On Saturday, August 16, Villa Park will host a clash between two teams that were pivotal in last season’s European battle. Both clubs will be eager to make a strong statement as they face off in what is expected to be a captivating match.
Meanwhile, Manchester United will be looking to turn the tide after a disappointing 15th-place finish last season. They face a formidable challenge as they host last year’s runners-up, Arsenal, in a blockbuster fixture that could set the tone for their campaign under new manager Ruben Amorim.
The champions, Liverpool, will get the season underway on Friday, August 15, as they take on Bournemouth under the Anfield lights. This match will undoubtedly be a spectacle, with the Reds eager to defend their title.
In other notable fixtures, Thomas Frank’s tenure as Tottenham Hotspur manager begins with a home match against newly-promoted Burnley. Additionally, Championship winners Leeds United will make their Premier League return by hosting Everton at Elland Road.
Sunderland, back in the top flight for the first time since the 2016/17 season, will kick off their campaign against West Ham United at the Stadium of Light, adding to the excitement of the opening weekend.
As for Manchester City and Chelsea, both clubs are currently engaged in FIFA Club World Cup duties. City will start their season away to Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Chelsea will host Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.
Here are the fixtures for the opening weekend of the Premier League 2025/26 season:
Date | Match | Kick-off time (UK)
Fri 15 Aug | Liverpool v Bournemouth | 20:00
Sat 16 Aug | Aston Villa v Newcastle United | 12:30
Sat 16 Aug | Brighton v Fulham | 15:00
Sat 16 Aug | Nottingham Forest v Brentford | 15:00
Sat 16 Aug | Sunderland v West Ham United | 15:00
Sat 16 Aug | Tottenham Hotspur v Burnley | 15:00
Sat 16 Aug | Wolves v Manchester City | 17:30
Sun 17 Aug | Chelsea v Crystal Palace | 14:00
Sun 17 Aug | Manchester United v Arsenal | 16:30
Mon 18 Aug | Leeds United v Everton | 20:00
With so much at stake, the opening weekend of the Premier League is sure to be a thrilling start to the season.