PREMIER LEAGUE FIXTURE SCHEDULE REVEALED: TOP MATCHES AND TV BROADCASTS FOR FIRST MONTH

So, the Premier League has just rolled out the updated schedule for the first month of the upcoming season, and it’s all about those TV picks. You might recall that they initially dropped the fixtures last month, but, of course, things were bound to change with broadcasting needs in the mix. They had already locked in the opening weekend's games, but Wednesday afternoon saw the release of the TV schedules for gameweeks two and three.
One match that really stands out in gameweek two is Chelsea heading over to West Ham on Friday, August 22, for a late evening kick-off. You know how these London derbies can get—always full of tension! The police are pretty confident they can handle it, though. This was first reported by Mail Sport last week after Sky Sports asked to broadcast the game.
That same weekend, there’s a must-watch clash between Manchester City and Tottenham at 12:30 PM on Saturday. Later on, Leeds will be making the trek to Arsenal for another exciting game. And on Sunday, August 24, Crystal Palace will go head-to-head with Nottingham Forest in what could be a pretty pivotal match. There’s talk that Forest might snag Palace's spot in the Europa League, thanks to some tricky multi-club ownership rules.
In that same gameweek, Liverpool will be off to Newcastle for a Monday night showdown. Then, the following weekend, Liverpool’s big title match against Arsenal at Anfield is set for the prime time slot at 4:30 PM on Sunday, August 31. That means all of Liverpool's first three games will be on TV, and they’re not alone—Newcastle, Leeds, Chelsea, Manchester City, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, and Arsenal are also getting the camera treatment.
Now, in gameweek three, Palace will be facing off against Villa on Friday night, while Chelsea will kick things off against Fulham in their west London derby on Saturday, August 30. Newly promoted Leeds will host Newcastle that same Saturday night, giving their fans two home matches to catch on TV. And let’s not forget, Manchester City will be traveling to Brighton on Sunday, August 31, at 2 PM, looking to avenge last year’s loss there.
This revised schedule really clears things up for both fans and teams, showcasing some seriously exciting match-ups right out of the gate. With so many top-tier teams getting their games aired, it’s shaping up to be a thrilling start to the season. The competitive vibe is palpable, with lots of teams gunning for top spots and those coveted European qualifications.
By releasing the TV schedules for gameweeks two and three, the Premier League is giving fans a solid idea of what’s coming up. As the season rolls on, teams will be trying to gain some momentum and lock in those vital points. With heavy hitters like Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal all having a bunch of high-stakes matches early on, we’re in for an intense title race.
And let’s not forget the implications of these fixtures: some teams will be facing tough away games, while others will be looking to make the most of their home turf. As everything unfolds, teams will have to adjust to the pressures of the Premier League schedule and tackle the challenges that come their way. With the TV schedules now out, fans can gear up for what promises to be an exciting start to the season, with some of the biggest names in football ready to light up the pitch.