Sports News of Wednesday, 18 June 2025

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EPL: Man United host Arsenal as Premier League releases 2025/2026 opening day fixtures

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Manchester United will host Arsenal at Old Trafford on the opening day of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign on Sunday, August 17.

The Premier League released the 2025/26 fixtures for the upcoming season on Wednesday, June 18.

Ruben Amorim's side will be hoping to start their new campaign on a positive note after finishing last season in 15th place.

The Gunners will also hope to end their over-20-year wait for the Premier League title after finishing the last three campaigns as runners-up.

The new campaign will kick off on Friday, August 15, with champions Liverpool taking on Bournemouth at Anfield.

Check out the full list of opening-day fixtures:

Friday, August 15

Liverpool vs Bournemouth – kick-off, 8 p.m.

Saturday, August 16
Aston Villa vs Newcastle – kick-off, 12:30 p.m.
Brighton vs Fulham – kick-off, 3 p.m.
Nottingham Forest vs Brentford – kick-off, 3 p.m.
Sunderland vs West Ham – kick-off, 3 p.m.
Tottenham vs Burnley – kick-off, 3 p.m.
Wolves vs Manchester City – kick-off, 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 17

Chelsea vs Crystal Palace – kick-off, 2 p.m.
Manchester United vs Arsenal – kick-off, 4:30 p.m.

Monday, August 18

Leeds vs Everton – kick-off, 8 p.m.

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