2025-26 Season Overview
The 2025-26 Premier League season represents a full campaign of 380 matches distributed across 38 matchweeks. The season commenced on August 15, 2025 and will run through May 24, 2026, providing nearly a full calendar year of competitive football. With 33 weekend rounds and 5 midweek fixtures, the schedule balances fixture congestion with adequate recovery periods for competing teams.
All 20 Premier League clubs participate in a double round-robin format, meaning each team plays every other team twice—once at home and once away. This structure ensures competitive balance and provides equal opportunities for all clubs throughout the season. The fixture list was officially released on June 18, 2025, allowing clubs and broadcasters adequate time for preparation and scheduling coordination.
Kickoff Times & Fixture Changes
Standard weekend and Bank Holiday matches are scheduled for 15:00 UK time, while midweek fixtures typically begin at 19:45 UK time unless otherwise stated. Weekend matches in the US typically kick off at 10:00 AM ET, though some premium fixtures may be scheduled for earlier or later times depending on television coverage arrangements. Early season fixtures have confirmed kickoff times, but subsequent matches remain flexible.
All fixtures are subject to change for several reasons, including television coverage requirements and European competition schedules. Teams participating in European competitions may have their domestic fixtures rescheduled to avoid fixture congestion. Broadcasters including Sky Sports, TNT Sports, and other providers coordinate with the Premier League to optimize viewing schedules, which can result in fixture date and time modifications throughout the season.
Notable Fixtures & Key Dates
The opening weekend featured several marquee matchups, including Liverpool versus AFC Bournemouth on Friday, August 15, Manchester United against Arsenal on Sunday, August 17, and Manchester City facing Wolverhampton Wanderers. These early-season fixtures set the tone for the campaign and provide immediate insight into team form and competitive balance. The festive period in December typically features congested scheduling with multiple matches across consecutive days.
Throughout the season, traditional rivalries and high-profile encounters are distributed across the fixture calendar. Teams competing in European competitions face additional scheduling pressures, particularly during midweek rounds when domestic fixtures may be rescheduled. The final matchday on May 24, 2026 features simultaneous kickoffs to ensure competitive integrity, with all remaining clubs playing their final fixtures at the same time.