When are Premier League Fixtures Confirmed?
The Premier League 2025/26 fixtures will be released at 09:00 BST on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Dates for all 380 matches will be released at that time on premierleague.com and via the Premier League's official app.
Important notes:
- These are provisional dates that may change due to TV scheduling
- All fixture details including kickoff times will be available immediately
- You can download fixtures to your digital calendar when released
When Does the Premier League Start?
The 2025/26 Premier League season starts on Saturday, August 16, 2025
Key details:
- This provides 83 days of rest after the 2024/25 season ends (May 25)
- The season will consist of 33 weekends and 5 midweek rounds
- The final day is Sunday, May 24, 2026 (all matches kick off simultaneously)
- The season ends before the 2026 World Cup call-up period
Special scheduling:
- No two match rounds within 60 hours of each other
- No fixtures on Christmas Eve (December 24, 2025)
- Three international breaks: October 6-15, November 10-18, and March 23-31
So mark your calendars: June 18 for fixtures, August 16 for kickoff!
Key Dates for the 2025/26 Premier League Season
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Fixture Release | June 18, 2025 (9:00 AM BST) |
| Season Start | August 16, 2025 |
| Final Matchday | May 24, 2026 |
| First International Break | October 6–15, 2025 |
| Second International Break | November 10–18, 2025 |
| Africa Cup of Nations | December 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026 |
| Third International Break | March 23–31, 2026 |
| 2026 FIFA World Cup Begins | June 11, 2026 |
Season Structure
- Total Rounds: The season will comprise 33 weekend rounds and 5 midweek rounds, ensuring a balanced distribution of matches .
- Player Welfare: To prioritize player recovery, the schedule ensures that no two match rounds occur within 60 hours of each other. Additionally, there will be no fixtures on Christmas Eve .
- Season Duration: The season spans 283 days, concluding on May 24, 2026, which allows adequate preparation time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting on June 11, 2026
Notable Updates for the 2025/26 Premier League Season
- Semi-Automated Offside Technology: This will be the first full season implementing semi-automated offside technology, enhancing decision-making accuracy.
- Match Ball Supplier: PUMA replaces Nike as the official match ball supplier starting this season .
- Tyne-Wear Derby Returns: The historic rivalry between Sunderland and Newcastle United resumes in the Premier League after nearly a decade.
How to Access the Premier League Fixtures?
Once released, the full fixture list will be available on:
- Premier League Official Website: premierleague.com
- Premier League App: Available on iOS and Android platforms.
Fresh Faces and New Beginnings
The 2025/26 season will welcome three new clubs to England's top flight. Leeds United and Burnley have already secured automatic promotion from the Championship, while either Sheffield United or Sunderland will complete the trio following their Championship play-off final clash.
These newcomers replace Southampton, Leicester City, and Ipswich Town, who were all relegated during the 2024/25 campaign.
The promoted clubs will be keen to avoid the fate of their predecessors and establish themselves in the Premier League through smart, pragmatic football rather than attempting to match the spending power of the established elite.
One of the season's most notable changes will see Everton playing their first full campaign at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, marking the end of an era at the historic Goodison Park.
This represents a significant moment for the Merseyside club and adds another layer of intrigue to what promises to be a fascinating season.
The return of the Tyne-Wear derby to the Premier League will also capture attention, with this fixture returning to the top flight for the first time since the 2015/16 season following Sunderland's promotion.
Title Race and European Ambitions
Liverpool enter as defending champions after securing their second Premier League title and 20th overall English championship during the previous campaign under Arne Slot.
The Reds will be determined to prove their success wasn't a one-off and establish a period of sustained dominance.
Manchester City, after a rare underwhelming season by their standards, will be expected to bounce back and reassert their authority in English football. Meanwhile, Chelsea continue their rebuild as they seek to re-establish themselves as genuine title contenders after years of inconsistency.
At the other end of the table, the three promoted clubs will face the immediate challenge of Premier League survival.
Their approach will likely focus on pragmatic football and smart recruitment rather than attempting to match the financial firepower of their more established rivals.
International Breaks and Player Management
The 2025/26 season will feature three official international breaks. The first will run from October 6-15, 2025, followed by another from November 10-18.
The final break falls between March 23-31, 2026, serving as the penultimate international window before the World Cup begins.
Additionally, the Africa Cup of Nations will take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
While not technically an international break, this tournament will impact Premier League clubs with key African players, requiring careful squad management during this period.
