Premier League 2025-26: Man United vs Arsenal Headlines Opening Weekend, Liverpool to Kick Off Title Defence at Anfield

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Premier League 2025-26: A high-voltage Sunday showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal headlines the opening weekend of the 2025-26 English Premier League season, with champions Liverpool beginning their title defence at home to AFC Bournemouth on Friday, August 15.

The Premier League announced its full fixture list on Wednesday, giving fans a glimpse of the challenges ahead just weeks after the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign.

After opening against Bournemouth, Liverpool's title defence will be tested early, with a daunting trip to Newcastle in week two followed by a blockbuster home clash against Arsenal.

For Arsenal, the start is even more brutal - they face Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Newcastle within their first six games. The Gunners, who ended runners-up for a third straight season, will need to be at their sharpest from day one.

Manchester City, chasing their seventh league crown under Pep Guardiola, begin away to Wolves on August 16.

Everton begin life at their new Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium on August 23 against Brighton, moving from their historic Goodison Park home.

Sunderland, back in the Premier League for the first time since 2016-17, host West Ham on the opening weekend.

Leeds United, also returning to the top flight, welcome Everton on August 18.

Thomas Frank's Premier League managerial debut for Tottenham is at home vs Burnley, just days after facing PSG in the UEFA Super Cup.

While the opening weekend kickoffs are locked in, all remaining fixtures are subject to changes based on TV scheduling and European competition involvement. With heavyweight clashes scheduled throughout the early months and key title-deciding games spread across the calendar, the 2025-26 Premier League season promises to be another thrilling chapter in English football.