The English Premier League has released the fixtures for the 2024/2025 season, with Matchday 1 set to kick off on the weekend of August 17 and 18, 2024. Fans are counting down the days until the action begins. Premier League enthusiasts and supporters across the globe are buzzing with excitement as the schedule promises thrilling matches and fierce competition from day one. The EPL released the 380-match fixture list on Tuesday. The final round of games will be played on Sunday, May 25, 2025, with all matches kicking off at the same time.
Meanwhile, the 2024 summer transfer window for the Premier League opened on Friday, June 14, coinciding with the start of Euro 2024. The window will close at 11 pm UK time on Friday, August 30. The Premier League has moved Deadline Day forward to align with other major European leagues following discussions with the leagues in England, Germany, Italy, Spain, and France.
Newly Promoted Clubs
This season, the Premier League welcomes three newly-promoted clubs from the Championship: Leicester City, Ipswich Town, and Southampton. These teams have shown remarkable performance in the Championship and are ready to make their mark in the top tier of English football.
- Leicester City: The Foxes return to the Premier League after a brief stint in the Championship. They will look to reclaim their status as a formidable side, reminiscent of their fairy-tale title-winning season in 2015/2016.
- Ipswich Town: Ipswich makes a much-anticipated return to the Premier League, ending a 22-year absence from the top flight. Their fans are eager to see how they fare against the elite teams of English football.
- Southampton: The Saints are back in the Premier League after just one season in the Championship. Known for their strong youth academy, they will aim to secure a stable position in the league.
Season Expectations
As the new season approaches, all eyes will be on these fixtures to see how the teams perform. The Premier League continues to be the pinnacle of football excitement, with every match bringing the possibility of surprise and drama. Fans can expect a season full of intense battles, stunning goals, and unforgettable moments.
Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analysis as we count down to the kickoff of the 2024/2025 Premier League season!
2024/25 Matchweek 1 Fixtures
Friday, 16 August 2024
- 20:00 Man Utd v Fulham
Saturday, 17 August 2024
- 12:30 Ipswich Town v Liverpool
- Arsenal v Wolves
- Everton v Brighton
- Newcastle United v Southampton
- Nottingham Forest v AFC Bournemouth
- 17:30 West Ham v Aston Villa
Sunday, 18 August 2024
- 14:00 Brentford v Crystal Palace
- 16:30 Chelsea v Man City
Monday, 19 August 2024
- 20:00 Leicester City v Spurs
Details to follow…