The Premier League has officially unveiled the full fixture list for the 2025-26 season, setting the stage for another thrilling campaign. The schedule release confirms the dates for all 380 matches, beginning on Friday, August 15, 2025, and concluding on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
The opening weekend promises immediate drama, headlined by a blockbuster clash between Manchester City and Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, August 16. Arsenal will begin their campaign away at Aston Villa, while Manchester United host newcomers Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. Chelsea travel to face West Ham United in a London derby.
A key highlight in the calendar is the first Manchester derby, scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Etihad. The return fixture at Old Trafford will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool is set for Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Goodison Park, with the Anfield leg on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
The festive period remains as congested as ever, with matches scheduled for Boxing Day (Friday, December 26, 2025) and New Year’s Eve (Wednesday, December 31, 2025). There will be no winter break, with the season running continuously through to its May finale.
Alongside the fixtures, the Premier League also published the official league table structure for the new season. It lists all 20 clubs in alphabetical order, from Arsenal to Wolverhampton Wanderers, awaiting the results that will determine their final standings. The table confirms the three promoted sides: Ipswich Town, Leicester City, and the winner of the Championship playoff final, whose place is currently marked as “Promoted Club 3.”
The final matchday, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, will see all games kick off simultaneously. Among the decisive fixtures, Manchester City will visit Fulham, Arsenal host Southampton, and Liverpool welcome Everton to Anfield. The full fixture list is now available for fans to plan their season.
