Premier League Fixtures for the 2024-25 Season: Your Ultimate Guide
If you’re looking for the Premier League fixtures for the 2024-25 season, you’ve come to the right place. With 380 games coming your way, it’s time to start planning out your weekends from August until May. The excitement of the Premier League is palpable, and this season promises to be filled with thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments.
Season Overview
The 2024-25 Premier League season kicked off on August 17, 2024, just three months after the conclusion of the previous season. This year, the league will run through May 25, 2025, culminating in the much-anticipated Championship Sunday. The only day we know there will be no games is December 24, Christmas Eve, during the festive fixtures season.
Fixture Release Date
Mark your calendars! The Premier League fixtures for the 2024-25 season were released at 4 AM ET on Tuesday, June 18. Fans eagerly awaited this announcement, as it allows them to plan their matchday experiences and travel arrangements.
Midseason Break
In a notable change, the Premier League has decided to forgo a midseason break for the 2024-25 season. This decision was made to accommodate a mid-August start to the season, ensuring that players receive three full weeks off during the summer. According to the Premier League, this approach is based on expert advice from medical and technical departments, emphasizing the importance of a longer period of complete rest in the summer rather than a short break in the winter.
Watching the Premier League
For fans eager to catch every moment of the action, every single game will be available to watch live across NBC’s platforms. Whether you’re at home or on the go, you won’t miss a second of the thrilling Premier League action.
Key Dates
- Opening Day: The season kicked off on Friday, August 16, 2024.
- Championship Sunday: The final day of the season will take place on Sunday, May 25, 2025, with all ten matches kicking off simultaneously at 11 AM ET.
Total Matches
The Premier League consists of 20 teams, each playing 38 games—19 home and 19 away. This totals 380 matches throughout the season, ensuring that fans have plenty of action to look forward to.
Newly Promoted Teams
This season sees the return of Leicester City, Ipswich Town, and Southampton to the Premier League. Leicester City topped the Championship, finishing just one point ahead of Ipswich Town, who also secured automatic promotion. Southampton clinched the final promotion spot through the playoffs, adding to the competitive mix of the Premier League.
Relegated Teams
In a tough season for newly promoted teams, Sheffield United, Burnley, and Luton Town were relegated from the Premier League in 2024. Their return to the Championship highlights the fierce competition and challenges that come with playing in the top tier of English football.
Title Odds
As of August 16, 2024, the odds to win the Premier League title are as follows:
- Manchester City: +120
- Arsenal: +175
- Liverpool: +800
- Chelsea: +1600
- Manchester United: +2500
- Tottenham: +2500
- Newcastle United: +3300
- Aston Villa: +5000
- Brighton & Hove Albion: +15000
- West Ham United: +20000
- Crystal Palace: +20000
- Brentford: +50000
- Fulham: +50000
- Nottingham Forest: +50000
- Wolverhampton Wanderers: +50000
- Bournemouth: +50000
- Everton: +50000
- Southampton: +50000
- Leicester City: +50000
- Ipswich Town: +75000
These odds reflect the competitive landscape of the league, with Manchester City and Arsenal emerging as early favorites.
Must-Watch Matches
As the season unfolds, several key fixtures stand out that fans should circle on their calendars:
- Chelsea vs. Manchester City: Sunday, August 18
- Manchester United vs. Liverpool: Saturday, August 31
- Tottenham vs. Arsenal (North London Derby): Sunday, September 15
- Manchester City vs. Arsenal: Sunday, September 22
- Arsenal vs. Liverpool: Sunday, October 27
- Liverpool vs. Manchester City: Saturday, November 30
- Liverpool vs. Manchester United: Saturday, January 4
- Arsenal vs. Tottenham: Tuesday, January 14
- Manchester City vs. Liverpool: Saturday, February 22
- Manchester United vs. Manchester City: Saturday, April 5
These matches are sure to deliver high-stakes drama and showcase some of the best talent in the league.
Full Schedule
The full schedule for the 2024-25 Premier League season is extensive, with matches taking place every weekend and midweek fixtures sprinkled throughout. Here’s a glimpse of some of the fixtures from the first few matchweeks:
Matchweek 1 Results:
- Friday, August 16, 2024: Manchester United 1-0 Fulham
- Saturday, August 17, 2024: Ipswich Town 0-2 Liverpool; Arsenal 2-0 Wolves; Everton 0-3 Brighton; Newcastle United 1-0 Southampton; Nottingham Forest 1-1 AFC Bournemouth; West Ham 1-2 Aston Villa
- Sunday, August 18, 2024: Brentford 2-1 Crystal Palace; Chelsea 0-2 Manchester City
- Monday, August 19, 2024: Leicester City 1-1 Spurs
Matchweek 2 Results:
- Saturday, August 24, 2024: Brighton 2-1 Manchester United; Crystal Palace 0-2 West Ham; Fulham 2-1 Leicester City; Manchester City 4-1 Ipswich Town; Southampton 0-1 Nottingham Forest; Spurs 4-0 Everton
- Sunday, August 25, 2024: AFC Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle United; Wolves 2-6 Chelsea; Liverpool 2-0 Brentford
Matchweek 3 Results:
- Saturday, August 31, 2024: Arsenal 1-1 Brighton; Brentford 3-1 Southampton; Everton 2-3 AFC Bournemouth; Ipswich Town 1-1 Fulham; Leicester City 1-2 Aston Villa; Nottingham Forest 1-1 Wolves; West Ham 1-3 Manchester City
- Sunday, September 1, 2024: Chelsea 1-1 Crystal Palace; Newcastle United 2-1 Spurs; Manchester United 0-3 Liverpool
With the season well underway, fans can look forward to a thrilling journey filled with unforgettable moments, intense rivalries, and the pursuit of glory in one of the most competitive leagues in the world.