Premier League schedule 2025/26: fixtures, standings, live scores

Getting the Premier League schedule right is like having a cheat sheet for the season, whether you follow one club or keep tabs on the whole table. The 2025/26 campaign kicked off on August 15, 2025, with Liverpool hosting Bournemouth (ESPN (global sports broadcaster)), and by late May 2026 the title race is still alive.

Number of teams: 20 · Matches per team: 38 · Current season: 2025/26 · Start date: August 16, 2024 · End date: May 25, 2025 · Reigning champions: Manchester City (2023/24)

Today’s Premier League fixtures – what’s on?

The quickest way to see today’s matches is the official Premier League website or a good sports aggregator. Most platforms display kick-off times, TV channels, and live scores. For example, Matchweek 36 features Liverpool vs Chelsea on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:30 UK time (Live Football on TV (TV schedule aggregator)), and Manchester City vs Brentford at 17:30 on Sky Sports (Live Football on TV (TV schedule aggregator)).

But fixtures change. The Premier League warns that all matches are subject to rearrangement for television coverage and European draws (Premier League Official (league governing body)). So if you see a 15:00 Saturday slot in the original release, double check closer to the date. For instance, Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest in Matchweek 2 was shifted because Forest entered a Conference League playoff (Premier League Official (league governing body)). For US viewers, NBC Sports carries most games across its channels and Peacock. Use the NBC Sports (official US rights holder) schedule tool to filter by date and team.

The pattern is clear: even the official schedule is fluid, so staying digital is the only safe way.

Latest Premier League standings – who’s on top?

As of Matchweek 36 in May 2026, the title race is still mathematically alive for a few clubs. The table updates within minutes of each final whistle. Every team has played at least 36 of their 38 matches. The bottom three – currently Sunderland, Leeds United, and Burnley (ESPN (global sports broadcaster)) – face relegation unless results change in the final two weeks.

Standings are available on the Premier League’s own site (Premier League Official) and on major sports networks. Weather you’re checking on your phone or desktop, the data is the same: points, goal difference, goals scored, and recent form (last five results).

One thing the official table doesn’t show: remaining fixture difficulty. A team with matches against relegation battlers may have an easier path than one facing top-six sides. For that kind of analysis, specialist sites like The Analyst (sports data provider) offer expected points and match probability. For head-to-head records between top sides, see our article on Man City vs Tottenham: Head-to-Head Record & Controversies.

The pattern is clear: the top four are separated by just eight points, while the relegation zone is nearly settled with only two matchdays left. For the promoted teams, survival was always the goal, and at least one of them will drop back to the Championship.

Your favourite team – Man United, Liverpool, and more

Every club has its own fixture rhythm. Manchester United vs Arsenal in Matchweek 1 – Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 16:30 UK time – set the tone (Premier League Official (league governing body)). Liverpool opened at home to Bournemouth and will finish the season away to Crystal Palace. Chelsea’s run‑in includes Liverpool (away, MW36) and Manchester City (home, MW38).

To see your team’s full schedule, the easiest method is the official Premier League website’s club filter. You can also use dedicated apps like Fotmob, which let you subscribe to push notifications for every kick‑off, goal, and result. The trade‑off: apps sometimes lag behind the official source by a few seconds – fine for casual use, but not for in‑play betting.

The implication: fans of top clubs should check their team’s schedule weekly to avoid missing rescheduled matches.

Manchester United schedule highlights

• Opening day: vs Arsenal (H) – 17 Aug 2025
• Manchester Derby (away): 7 Dec 2025
• Final match: vs Aston Villa (A) – 24 May 2026 (Premier League Official)

Liverpool schedule highlights

• Opening day: vs Bournemouth (H) – 15 Aug 2025
• Liverpool vs Chelsea – 9 May 2026 (MW36, TNT Sports) (NBC Sports (official US rights holder))
• Final match: vs Crystal Palace (A) – 24 May 2026

Women’s Super League fixtures and how to watch

The Women’s Super League (WSL) runs its own schedule, starting in September and ending in May. There are 12 teams playing 22 matches each. Coverage is split between BBC Sport and Sky Sports, with some matches streamed on YouTube.

To follow the WSL fixture list, the official FA website and BBC Sport’s dedicated page are the most trustworthy sources. The season structure mirrors the men’s, but midweek rounds are less common. If you’re interested in a specific team — say, Chelsea Women or Arsenal Women — the club websites also publish their schedules. One gap in coverage: the WSL often gets less TV selection notice than the men’s league. A match initially scheduled for Sunday might be moved to Saturday two weeks before. Bookmark the official WSL Twitter/X account for the quickest updates.

“The fixture list is always a challenge when you’re in Europe. You have to be smart with rotation.”

— Jürgen Klopp, former Liverpool manager, after the 2025/26 schedule release

The catch: WSL fans need to stay especially flexible due to last‑minute TV changes.

Basics of the 2025/26 Premier League season

The Premier League has 20 clubs, each playing 38 matches. The 2025/26 season started on Friday, August 15, 2025, and will end on Sunday, May 24, 2026 (Premier League Official). All 380 fixtures were released in June 2025, with the usual Christmas and New Year programme (Boxing Day and New Year’s Day) featuring full matchdays.

Three clubs gained promotion from the Championship: Sunderland, Leeds United, and Burnley. Three will be relegated – at this point it looks like those three will go straight back down, but it’s not mathematically certain. For other league standings, check our Major League Soccer Standings page.

“The fixture list is always a challenge when you’re in Europe. You have to be smart with rotation.”

— Jürgen Klopp, former Liverpool manager, after the 2025/26 schedule release

The implication: the fixture list is a living document, and every club must adapt to TV and European demands.

Timeline key moments

• August 2025: Season starts with 10 matches in Matchweek 1 (ESPN (global sports broadcaster))
• December 2025 – January 2026: Festive period with Boxing Day and New Year fixtures
• May 2026: Final two matchweeks decide title, Europe, and relegation
• 24 May 2026: All 10 games kick off simultaneously (MW38) (Premier League Official (league governing body))

Confirmed facts and what remains unclear

• What’s confirmed: 20 teams, 38 matches each, the full fixture list is public, and TV selections are announced in batches (Premier League Official (league governing body)). Liverpool vs Chelsea on May 9 is locked for TNT Sports (NBC Sports (official US rights holder)).
• What’s unclear: The exact broadcast schedule for Matchweek 37 and 38 has not been finalised – some games may be moved for title-decider coverage. Also, the start date of the 2026/27 season isn’t announced yet, though it typically falls in mid‑August.

Frequently asked questions

For the dedicated fan, keeping track of the Premier League schedule is part of the fun. The official channels give you the raw data; apps give you convenience. Whatever your style, the key is to never assume a fixture is final until you see it in the live broadcast schedules. The race for the title, the fight against relegation – it all comes down to the final 90 minutes. For the 20 clubs and their supporters, the implication is clear: stay flexible, check regularly, and enjoy every match.