The extremely anticipated 2025-26 English Premier League season begins this weekend with an thrilling lineup of matches. Reigning champions Liverpool will kick off the season by internet hosting Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday, Aug. 15, setting the tone for what guarantees to be an exhilarating 12 months.
The first weekend of motion will function 5 video games on Saturday, Aug. 16, beginning with Aston Villa taking up Newcastle United and concluding with Wolverhampton Wanderers going through Manchester City.
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On Sunday, three extra video games are scheduled, together with an thrilling matchup between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford. Under the administration of Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has targeted on strengthening its midfield through the summer season switch window. Notable signings like Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP are anticipated to have a major affect on the Gunners’ marketing campaign in the direction of the league title.
The opening weekend will conclude with Leeds United going through Everton on Monday, Aug. 18. Here is the total slate of video games for the opening weekend of the 2025-26 Premier League season:
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English Premier League opening weekend schedule
(All instances Eastern)
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Friday, Aug. 15:
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Liverpool vs. AFC Bournemouth at 3 p.m. on USA Network
Saturday, Aug. 16:
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Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United at 7:30 a.m. on USA Network
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Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Fulham at 10 a.m. on USA Network
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Sunderland vs. West Ham United at 10 a.m. on Peacock
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Tottenham Hotspur vs. Burnley at 10 a.m. on Peacock
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Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City at 12:30 p.m. on NBC and Peacock
Sunday, Aug. 17:
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Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace at 9 a.m. on USA Network
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Nottingham Forest vs. Brentford at 9 a.m. on Peacock
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Manchester United vs. Arsenal at 11:30 a.m. on NBC and Peacock
Monday, Aug. 18:
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Leeds United vs. Everton at 3 p.m. on USA Network
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