Last month’s recipients, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Unai Emery, are both absent from the latest nominations, ensuring a change of guard as the new year gathers momentum.

Player of the Month contenders

The January Player of the Month race is packed with standout individual performances from across the league:

• Yasin Ayari (Brighton & Hove Albion)
• Patrick Dorgu (Manchester United)
• Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
• Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth)
• Crysencio Summerville (West Ham United)
• Igor Thiago (Brentford)
• Harry Wilson (Fulham)
• Florian Wirtz (Liverpool)

A packed month full of standout performances.

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Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari kicks off the list after a quietly impressive month. The 22-year-old has already surpassed last season’s goal and assist numbers, registering two goals and two assists in four January appearances.

At Manchester United, Patrick Dorgu caught the eye during a flawless month under interim boss Michael Carrick. Deployed high up the pitch, the winger found the net against Arsenal and Manchester City, while also providing an assist during Darren Fletcher’s brief spell in charge.

Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández delivered when it mattered most, scoring late winners against Manchester City and West Ham. His January return of three goals and one assist under Liam Rosenior highlighted his growing leadership role in midfield.

West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville rediscovered his scoring touch after a long drought. Having gone without a league goal since October 2024, the Dutchman struck in three consecutive matches against Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Sunderland.

Brentford striker Igor Thiago is chasing history, hoping to become the first player to win the award twice this season. He enjoyed a prolific month, scoring five goals, including a hat-trick against Everton and a brace against Sunderland.

Harry Wilson earns back-to-back nominations after another productive spell for Fulham. With goals against Chelsea, Brighton and Liverpool, the Welshman continues to push Marco Silva’s side toward European contention as his contract situation draws attention.

Completing the list is Florian Wirtz, who receives his first nomination since joining Liverpool. The German midfielder contributed three goals and one assist, standing out during a difficult month in which the Reds managed just one win from six league games.

 

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Manager of the Month contenders

The managerial shortlist reflects dramatic turnarounds and impressive short-term impacts:

• Michael Carrick (Manchester United)
• Sean Dyche (Nottingham Forest)
• Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth)
• Liam Rosenior (Chelsea)

United interim boss Michael Carrick makes an immediate impression, guiding the Red Devils to back-to-back wins over Manchester City and Arsenal in his brief January spell.

At Nottingham Forest, Sean Dyche steadied the ship after a worrying run of four straight defeats. His side responded with two wins and a draw, suffering just one loss against Aston Villa.

Andoni Iraola also turned Bournemouth’s fortunes around. After enduring an 11-match winless run, the Cherries sparked into life with a dramatic 3–2 victory over Tottenham, followed by further wins against Liverpool and Wolves.

Chelsea’s Liam Rosenior rounds off the list after a dream start to his Premier League tenure. Victories over Brentford, Crystal Palace, and West Ham made him only the fourth English manager to win his first three league games.

With new names dominating both shortlists, January’s awards promise fresh winners and plenty of debate among fans before the final verdict is announced.

 

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As usual, the draw has delivered a familiar mix of giant clashes, tricky away trips, and classic cup narratives. Arsenal and Chelsea were both handed ties against Football League opposition, while Liverpool could be set for a heavyweight Premier League showdown with Brighton & Hove Albion, but only if they first navigate their third-round encounter with Barnsley on Monday night.

Arsenal had to dig deep themselves in the previous round, surviving a stern test from Championship side Portsmouth before sealing progression. Their reward is a meeting with Wigan Athletic, the 2013 FA Cup winners who know all too well how to spring surprises in this competition.

Chelsea, meanwhile, began life under Liam Rosenior in emphatic fashion with a commanding win over Charlton Athletic. Fate then added an interesting twist, pairing the Blues with Hull City, Rosenior’s former club.

The headline fairy tale from the third round belonged to Macclesfield. The sixth-tier side—only purchased off Rightmove in 2020, produced one of the shocks of the season by convincingly dumping out defending champions Crystal Palace. Their reward? Another crack at top-flight opposition, this time against Brentford, as their remarkable cup journey continues.

Not everyone enjoyed a smooth passage. Manchester United were among the biggest names to exit the competition, falling to Brighton in a bruising third-round defeat at Old Trafford. Brighton’s prize for that upset is a fourth-round tie against either Liverpool or Barnsley, setting up the possibility of another major scalp.

Elsewhere, there are several eye-catching fixtures across the draw, with Premier League sides facing stern tests and lower-league teams dreaming of another famous night.

2025–26 FA Cup Fourth Round Draw

• Liverpool or Barnsley vs Brighton & Hove Albion
• Stoke City vs Fulham
• Oxford United vs Sunderland
• Southampton vs Leicester City
• Wrexham vs Ipswich Town
• Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic
• Hull City vs Chelsea
• Burton Albion vs West Ham United
• Burnley vs Mansfield Town
• Norwich City vs West Bromwich Albion
• Port Vale vs Bristol City
• Grimsby Town vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
• Aston Villa vs Newcastle
• Manchester City vs Salford or Swindon
• Macclesfield vs Brentford
• Birmingham City vs Leeds United

With giant-killings already setting the tone and plenty of intriguing storylines still unfolding, the fourth round promises more drama, the kind only the FA Cup can deliver.

Ties confirmed ✅

The 2025-26 #EmiratesFACup fourth round draw 🏆

— Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) January 12, 2026

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The Portuguese tactician, who only recently parted ways with Nottingham Forest, has signed a three-year deal with the Hammers that runs until 2028. He is expected to take charge of his first game on Monday, September 29, when West Ham visit Everton in the Premier League.

Nuno’s return to top-flight management comes less than three weeks after his exit from Forest. Despite guiding the club to a seventh-place finish last season, their highest since the 1994/95 campaign and securing Europa League qualification, he was sacked on September 9 after a fallout with owner Evangelos Marinakis.

Speaking to the club’s official website after his unveiling, the 51-year-old said he was relishing the new opportunity.

“I am very pleased to be here and very proud to be representing West Ham United. My objective is to work hard to get the very best from the team and ensure that we are as competitive as we possibly can be. The work has already started and I am looking forward to the challenge that is ahead,” Nuno said.

The Hammers will be hoping the experienced manager, who previously impressive with Wolves in the Premier League, can turn around their poor start to the 2025/26 season.

West Ham United is delighted to announce the appointment of Nuno Espírito Santo as the Club’s new men’s Head Coach. 🤝

— West Ham United (@WestHam) September 27, 2025

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The Hammers, who are 19th after five league matches, have managed just one victory this season.

However, it was the manner of their four defeats — marked by disjointed performances and a lack of visible progress from last campaign — that sparked growing frustration among fans.

Despite Potter insisting on Friday that he had held “positive talks” with the board, the club announced his dismissal the following morning, ending his nine-month spell at the London Stadium.

“West Ham United can confirm that Head Coach Graham Potter has left the Club,” the statement read.

“Results and performances over the course of the second half of last season and the start of the 2025/26 season have not matched expectations, and the Board of Directors believe that a change is necessary in order to help improve the team’s position in the Premier League as soon as possible.

“The Club can confirm that Assistant Coach Bruno Saltor, First Team Coaches Billy Reid and Narcis Pelach, Lead Goalkeeper Coach Casper Ankergren, and Goalkeeper Coach Linus Kandolin have also left with immediate effect.

“The Board would like to thank Graham and his coaching staff for their hard work during their time with the Hammers and wish them every success for the future. The process of appointing a replacement is underway. The Club will be making no further comment at this time.”

Potter leaves the club with a modest record of six wins, five draws and 14 defeats from 25 games in charge, during which his team scored 30 goals but conceded 41.

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Fans were treated to a weekend of exciting football as defending champions Manchester City set the tone with a dominant display.

Results from Matchweek 1

• Wolves 0 – 4 Manchester City
• Brighton 1 – 1 Fulham
• Sunderland 3 – 0 West Ham
• Tottenham 3 – 0 Burnley
• Aston Villa 0 – 0 Newcastle
• Liverpool 4 – 2 Bournemouth
• Chelsea 0 – 0 Crystal Palace
• Nottingham Forest 3 – 1 Brentford
• Manchester United 0 – 1 Arsenal
• Leeds United 1 – 0 Everton

Current Premier League Table (After Matchweek 1)

With City, Sunderland, Tottenham, Liverpool, Forest, and Arsenal all grabbing early wins, the season has already been set up to be a highly competitive campaign.

All fixtures to be played in the 2025/2026 Premier League season

Here are all 380 fixtures or matches to be played in the 2025/2026 season of the Premier League:

Monday 18 August 
Leeds United v Everton

Friday 22 August, 2025
West Ham v Chelsea

Saturday 23 August, 2025 
Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur
AFC Bournemouth v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Brentford v Aston Villa
Burnley v Sunderland
Arsenal v Leeds United

Sunday 24 August, 2025
Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest
Everton v Brighton & Hove Albion
Fulham v Manchester United

Monday 25 August, 2025
Newcastle United v Liverpool

Friday 29 August, 2025
Aston Villa v Crystal Palace

Saturday 30 August, 2025 
Chelsea v Fulham
Manchester United v Burnley
Sunderland v Brentford
Tottenham Hotspur v AFC Bournemouth
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Everton
Leeds United v Newcastle United

Sunday 31 August
Brighton & Hove Albion v Manchester City
Nottingham Forest v West Ham United
Liverpool v Arsenal

Saturday 13 September, 2025
Arsenal v Nott’m Forest
AFC Bournemouth v Brighton
Crystal Palace v Sunderland
Everton v Aston Villa
Fulham v Leeds United
Newcastle United v Wolves
West Ham United v Spurs
Brentford v Chelsea

Sunday 14 September, 2025
Burnley v Liverpool
Man City v Man Utd

Saturday 20 September, 2025 
Liverpool v Everton
AFC Bournemouth v Newcastle United
Brighton v Spurs
Burnley v Nott’m Forest
West Ham United v Crystal Palace
Wolves v Leeds United
Man Utd v Chelsea
Fulham v Brentford

Sunday 21 September, 2025
Sunderland v Aston Villa
Arsenal v Man City

Saturday 27 September, 2025 
Brentford v Man Utd
Aston Villa v Fulham
Chelsea v Brighton
Crystal Palace v Liverpool
Leeds United v AFC Bournemouth
Manchester City v Burnley
Nott’m Forest v Sunderland

Sunday 28 September, 2025
Spurs v Wolves
Newcastle United v Arsenal

Monday 29 September, 2025
Everton v West Ham United

MW7 Saturday 4 October, 2025
AFC Bournemouth v Fulham
Arsenal v West Ham United
Aston Villa v Burnley
Brentford v Manchester City
Chelsea v Liverpool
Everton v Crystal Palace
Leeds United v Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United v Sunderland
Newcastle United v Nottingham Forest
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brighton & Hove Albion

MW8 Saturday 18 October, 2025 
Brighton & Hove Albion v Newcastle United
Burnley v Leeds United
Crystal Palace v AFC Bournemouth
Fulham v Arsenal
Liverpool v Manchester United
Manchester City v Everton
Nottingham Forest v Chelsea
Sunderland v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa
West Ham United v Brentford

MW9 Saturday 25 October, 2025 
AFC Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest
Arsenal v Crystal Palace
Aston Villa v Manchester City
Brentford v Liverpool
Chelsea v Sunderland
Everton v Tottenham Hotspur
Leeds United v West Ham United
Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Newcastle United v Fulham
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Burnley

MW10 Saturday 1 November, 2025 
Brighton & Hove Albion v Leeds United
Burnley v Arsenal
Crystal Palace v Brentford
Fulham v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Liverpool v Aston Villa
Manchester City v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Manchester United
Sunderland v Everton
Tottenham Hotspur v Chelsea
West Ham United v Newcastle United

MW11 Saturday 8 November, 2025 
Aston Villa v AFC Bournemouth
Brentford v Newcastle United
Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Crystal Palace v Brighton & Hove Albion
Everton v Fulham
Manchester City v Liverpool
Nottingham Forest v Leeds United
Sunderland v Arsenal
Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United
West Ham United v Burnley

MW12 Saturday 22 November, 2025  
AFC Bournemouth v West Ham United
Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur
Brighton & Hove Albion v Brentford
Burnley v Chelsea
Fulham v Sunderland
Leeds United v Aston Villa
Liverpool v Nottingham Forest
Manchester United v Everton
Newcastle United v Manchester City
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Crystal Palace

MW13 Saturday 29 November, 2025 
Aston Villa v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Brentford v Burnley
Chelsea v Arsenal
Crystal Palace v Manchester United
Everton v Newcastle United
Manchester City v Leeds United
Nottingham Forest v Brighton & Hove Albion
Sunderland v AFC Bournemouth
Tottenham Hotspur v Fulham
West Ham United v Liverpool

MW14 Wednesday 3 December, 2025  
AFC Bournemouth v Everton
Arsenal v Brentford
Brighton & Hove Albion v Aston Villa
Burnley v Crystal Palace
Fulham v Manchester City
Leeds United v Chelsea
20:00 Liverpool v Sunderland
20:00 Manchester United v West Ham United
Newcastle United v Tottenham Hotspur
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Nottingham Forest

MW15 Saturday 6 December, 2025  
AFC Bournemouth v Chelsea
Aston Villa v Arsenal
Brighton & Hove Albion v West Ham United
Everton v Nottingham Forest
Fulham v Crystal Palace
Leeds United v Liverpool
Manchester City v Sunderland
Newcastle United v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Brentford
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United

MW16 Saturday 13 December, 2025  
Arsenal v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Brentford v Leeds United
Burnley v Fulham
Chelsea v Everton
Crystal Palace v Manchester City
Liverpool v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester United v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Tottenham Hotspur
Sunderland v Newcastle United
West Ham United v Aston Villa

MW17 Saturday 20 December, 2025 
AFC Bournemouth v Burnley
Aston Villa v Manchester United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Sunderland
Everton v Arsenal
Fulham v Nottingham Forest
Leeds United v Crystal Palace
Manchester City v West Ham United
Newcastle United v Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brentford

MW18 Saturday 27 December, 2025 
Arsenal v Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford v AFC Bournemouth
Burnley v Everton
Chelsea v Aston Villa
Crystal Palace v Tottenham Hotspur
Liverpool v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester United v Newcastle United
Nottingham Forest v Manchester City
Sunderland v Leeds United
West Ham United v Fulham

MW19 Tuesday 30 December, 2025 
Arsenal v Aston Villa
Brentford v Tottenham Hotspur
Burnley v Newcastle United
Chelsea v AFC Bournemouth
Crystal Palace v Fulham
Liverpool v Leeds United
Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Nottingham Forest v Everton
Sunderland v Manchester City
West Ham United v Brighton & Hove Albion

MW20 Saturday 3 January 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Arsenal
Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest
Brighton & Hove Albion v Burnley
Everton v Brentford
Fulham v Liverpool
Leeds United v Manchester United
Manchester City v Chelsea
Newcastle United v Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur v Sunderland
Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United

MW21 Wednesday 7 January 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal v Liverpool
Brentford v Sunderland
Burnley v Manchester United
20:00 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa
Everton v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Fulham v Chelsea
20:00 Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Newcastle United v Leeds United
West Ham United v Nottingham Forest

MW22 Saturday 17 January, 2026 
Aston Villa v Everton
Brighton & Hove Albion v AFC Bournemouth
Chelsea v Brentford
Leeds United v Fulham
Liverpool v Burnley
Manchester United v Manchester City
Nottingham Forest v Arsenal
Sunderland v Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur v West Ham United
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Newcastle United

MW23 Saturday 24 January, 2026 
AFC Bournemouth v Liverpool
Arsenal v Manchester United
Brentford v Nottingham Forest
Burnley v Tottenham Hotspur
Crystal Palace v Chelsea
Everton v Leeds United
Fulham v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Newcastle United v Aston Villa
West Ham United v Sunderland

MW24 Saturday 31 January, 2026
Aston Villa v Brentford
Brighton & Hove Albion v Everton
Chelsea v West Ham United
Leeds United v Arsenal
Liverpool v Newcastle United
Manchester United v Fulham
Nottingham Forest v Crystal Palace
Sunderland v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City
Wolverhampton Wanderers v AFC Bournemouth

MW25 Saturday 7 February, 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Aston Villa
Arsenal v Sunderland
Brighton & Hove Albion v Crystal Palace
Burnley v West Ham United
Fulham v Everton
Leeds United v Nottingham Forest
Liverpool v Manchester City
Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur
Newcastle United v Brentford
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Chelsea

MW26 Wednesday 11 February, 2026 
20:00 Aston Villa v Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford v Arsenal
Chelsea v Leeds United
20:00 Crystal Palace v Burnley
Everton v AFC Bournemouth
20:00 Manchester City v Fulham
Nottingham Forest v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sunderland v Liverpool
Tottenham Hotspur v Newcastle United
West Ham United v Manchester United

MW27 Saturday 21 February, 2026
Aston Villa v Leeds United
Brentford v Brighton & Hove Albion
Chelsea v Burnley
Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Everton v Manchester United
Manchester City v Newcastle United
Nottingham Forest v Liverpool
Sunderland v Fulham
Tottenham Hotspur v Arsenal
West Ham United v AFC Bournemouth

MW28 Saturday 28 February, 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Sunderland
Arsenal v Chelsea
Brighton & Hove Albion v Nottingham Forest
Burnley v Brentford
Fulham v Tottenham Hotspur
Leeds United v Manchester City
Liverpool v West Ham United
Manchester United v Crystal Palace
Newcastle United v Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Aston Villa

MW29 Wednesday 4 March, 2026 
AFC Bournemouth v Brentford
20:00 Aston Villa v Chelsea
Brighton & Hove Albion v Arsenal
Everton v Burnley
Fulham v West Ham United
Leeds United v Sunderland
20:00 Manchester City v Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United v Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur v Crystal Palace
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Liverpool

MW30 Saturday 14 March, 2026
Arsenal v Everton
Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Burnley v AFC Bournemouth
Chelsea v Newcastle United
Crystal Palace v Leeds United
Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United v Aston Villa
Nottingham Forest v Fulham
Sunderland v Brighton & Hove Albion
West Ham United v Manchester City

MW31 Saturday 21 March, 2026 
AFC Bournemouth v Manchester United
Aston Villa v West Ham United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Liverpool
Everton v Chelsea
Fulham v Burnley
Leeds United v Brentford
Manchester City v Crystal Palace
Newcastle United v Sunderland
Tottenham Hotspur v Nottingham Forest
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Arsenal

MW32 Saturday 11 April, 2026 
Arsenal v AFC Bournemouth
Brentford v Everton
Burnley v Brighton & Hove Albion
Chelsea v Manchester City
Crystal Palace v Newcastle United
Liverpool v Fulham
Manchester United v Leeds United
Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa
Sunderland v Tottenham Hotspur
West Ham United v Wolverhampton Wanderers

MW33 Saturday 18 April, 2026
Aston Villa v Sunderland
Brentford v Fulham
Chelsea v Manchester United
Crystal Palace v West Ham United
Everton v Liverpool
Leeds United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester City v Arsenal
Newcastle United v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion

MW34 Saturday 25 April, 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Leeds United
Arsenal v Newcastle United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Chelsea
Burnley v Manchester City
Fulham v Aston Villa
Liverpool v Crystal Palace
Manchester United v Brentford
Sunderland v Nottingham Forest
West Ham United v Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Tottenham Hotspur

MW35 Saturday 2 May, 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Crystal Palace
Arsenal v Fulham
Aston Villa v Tottenham Hotspur
Brentford v West Ham United
Chelsea v Nottingham Forest
Everton v Manchester City
Leeds United v Burnley
Manchester United v Liverpool
Newcastle United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Sunderland

MW36 Saturday 9 May, 2026
Brighton & Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Burnley v Aston Villa
Crystal Palace v Everton
Fulham v AFC Bournemouth
Liverpool v Chelsea
Manchester City v Brentford
Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United
Sunderland v Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur v Leeds United
West Ham United v Arsenal

MW37 Sunday 17 May, 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Manchester City
Arsenal v Burnley
Aston Villa v Liverpool
Brentford v Crystal Palace
Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur
Everton v Sunderland
Leeds United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester United v Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United v West Ham United
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Fulham

MW38 Sunday 24 May, 2026
Brighton & Hove Albion v Manchester United
Burnley v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Crystal Palace v Arsenal
Fulham v Newcastle United
Liverpool v Brentford
Manchester City v Aston Villa
Nottingham Forest v AFC Bournemouth
Sunderland v Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur v Everton
West Ham United v Leeds United

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Fixture lists for the opening weekend have already taken over football discussions on social media.

When does the Serie A season begin?
Unlike other top European leagues that open on a Friday, Italy’s Serie A will get underway on Saturday, August 23, 2025.

Bundesliga start date
The German Bundesliga is set to begin on Friday, August 22, 2025, with champions Bayern Munich hosting RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena.

Friday, August 15, 2025

Premier League

• 21:00 WAT — Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth

La Liga

• 19:00 WAT — Girona vs Rayo Vallecano
• 21:30 WAT — Villarreal vs Oviedo

Ligue 1

• 20:45 WAT — Rennes vs Marseille

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Premier League

• 13:30 WAT — Aston Villa vs Newcastle
• 16:00 WAT — Brighton vs Fulham
• 16:00 WAT — Tottenham vs Burnley
• 16:00 WAT — Sunderland vs West Ham
• 18:30 WAT — Wolves vs Manchester City

La Liga

• 19:30 WAT — Mallorca vs Barcelona
• 21:30 WAT — Alaves vs Levante
• 21:30 WAT — Valencia vs Real Sociedad

Ligue 1

• 17:00 WAT — Lens vs Lyon
• 19:00 WAT — Monaco vs Le Havre
• 21:05 WAT — Nice vs Toulouse

Sunday, August 17, 2025

Premier League

• 15:00 WAT — Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
• 15:00 WAT — Nottingham Forest vs Brentford
• 17:30 WAT — Manchester United vs Arsenal

La Liga

• 17:00 WAT — Celta Vigo vs Getafe
• 19:30 WAT — Athletic Bilbao vs Sevilla
• 21:30 WAT — Espanyol vs Atlético Madrid

Ligue 1

• 15:00 WAT — Brest vs Lille
• 17:15 WAT — Angers vs Paris FC
• 17:15 WAT — Auxerre vs Lorient
• 17:15 WAT — Metz vs Strasbourg
• 20:45 WAT — Nantes vs Paris Saint-Germain

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The wait is almost over. After months of transfer rumours, preseason tours, and tactical fine-tuning, the Premier League is set to roar back into action this weekend.

Fans across the globe are bracing themselves for another nine months of football drama, as England’s top flight kicks off its 2025/26 campaign.

Defending champions Liverpool will have the honour of opening the season on Friday night when they welcome Bournemouth to Anfield. But it’s Sunday’s clash between Manchester United and Arsenal that’s shaping up to be the headline fixture of the opening weekend—a meeting between two old rivals with renewed title ambitions.

Premier League teams flew thousands of miles over summer in anticipation of the upcoming season. After completing their tour by winning the Premier League Summer Series trophy, Manchester United brought their preparations to the United States. As part of their global expansion, Arsenal attracted sizable crowds in Asia, including stops in Singapore and Hong Kong.

Manchester United with their trophy after winning the Premier League Summer Series 🏆 pic.twitter.com/1GLlOC1Sbz

— B/R Football (@brfootball) August 3, 2025

As always, the new season offers contrasting objectives for different clubs. At the top, the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and United will scrap for silverware, while others are bracing for a survival fight to ensure their names remain in England’s most prestigious league.

The start of a new campaign also means fresh kits for fans to admire—or debate. Liverpool’s striking new home strip has dominated the headlines, while Arsenal’s bold third kit design has been widely praised for its daring look.

The Premier League remains home to some of the best footballers on the planet—and some of the highest earners. With wealthy club owners, lucrative broadcast deals, and massive sponsorships, England’s top division continues to boast a financial muscle few leagues can match.

The new season starts here.

2025/26 🔜 pic.twitter.com/VmoxPb8dbu

— Premier League (@premierleague) June 18, 2025

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology remains a divisive talking point, but it isn’t going anywhere. The Premier League has confirmed several tweaks to improve efficiency and clarity, alongside other rule changes designed to make the game more fluid and fair.

For millions of fans, the start of the season also signals the return of Fantasy Premier League battles. Whether it’s office bragging rights or group-chat supremacy, the race to assemble the perfect squad begins now.

Cole Palmer leads the way 🔝

The three players found in the most squads 💪#FPL pic.twitter.com/HOiFkpYAIw

— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) August 12, 2025

As the 2025/26 season gets underway, the stage is set for another year of unforgettable goals, nail-biting finishes, and high-stakes drama. The whistle is about to blow—let the games begin.

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These seasoned professionals, having carved out illustrious careers over the years, are now stepping into new roles, many of them returning to the dugout or boardroom in various coaching or developmental capacities.

Here’s a look at some of the most notable figures who have decided to call time on their football journeys this year:

• Jonny Evans: A Decorated Career Comes Full Circle

Jonny Evans officially ended his professional career on May 30, 2025, at the age of 37, capping a remarkable 19-year spell in the game with over 600 appearances to his name. His final campaign at Manchester United may have seen limited game time, just seven league appearances, but he began the season on a high, fresh off lifting the FA Cup in May 2024.

Evans etched one more memorable moment into his legacy with a goal in the EFL Cup quarter-final clash against Tottenham in December 2024, his first since rejoining United.

The Northern Irishman’s journey took him from the Manchester United academy to loan spells at Sunderland, followed by key stints at West Brom and Leicester City, where he captained the Foxes to a historic FA Cup triumph in 2021.

👕 386 Premier League appearances
📄 97 clean sheets
💪 14 goals
🏆 3 Premier League titles

Jonny Evans calls time on his playing career 👏 pic.twitter.com/JLIPnUyQGf

— Premier League (@premierleague) June 30, 2025

With 241 appearances for United, his trophy cabinet includes three Premier League titles, a Champions League crown, the Club World Cup, an FA Cup, and two League Cups.

Internationally, Evans earned 107 caps for Northern Ireland, scoring six goals and captaining the national side 15 times.

Post-retirement, United appointed him as Head of Loans and Pathways, a role in which he’ll help nurture emerging talents as he works toward completing his UEFA A Coaching Licence.

• Adam Lallana: From Midfield Maestro to Coaching Bench

In June 2025, Adam Lallana brought an end to a 17-year professional career, bowing out at 37 and stepping directly into a coaching role with Southampton. Having already taken on player-assistant duties during the club’s relegation fight earlier in the year, Lallana was confirmed as first-team coach under new manager Will Still.

Lallana’s career came full circle with his return to St. Mary’s, where he made 283 appearances across two spells. Between those stints, he became a key figure at Liverpool after a £25 million move in 2014, racking up over 178 Premier League matches and winning the Champions League (2019), Premier League (2020), UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup.

BREAKING: Adam Lallana has announced his retirement from football 🚨

The 37-year-old left St Mary's at the end of a second spell at the conclusion of the 2024/25 season, almost two decades after he made his debut for the club.

Since then, he has gone on to play for Liverpool… pic.twitter.com/vJIyouQDKx

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 25, 2025

Before his tearful return to Southampton, his tenure in Brighton gave his resume even more distinction. Lallana made 34 appearances for England on the international scene, scoring three goals while competing in the UEFA Euro 2016 and the FIFA World Cup in 2014.

He participated in 571 games in all competitions, scoring 86 goals and dishing out 73 assists.

• James Tomkins: A Reliable Pillar Bows Out

March 2025 saw the curtain fall on James Tomkins’ career at age 35, following eight seasons with Crystal Palace and a long-term association with West Ham United. A graduate of the Hammers’ academy, Tomkins rose through the ranks from age eight, making 243 senior appearances before his 2016 switch to Palace for an estimated £10 million.

At Selhurst Park, Tomkins made 125 appearances, scoring 10 goals and becoming a fan favourite for his consistency and leadership. A standout moment came during the 2018/19 season, one of Palace’s strongest Premier League campaigns. His career culminated with an FA Cup win in 2025, a fitting final flourish.

🚨🔚 After 17 years and almost 400 professional appearances, it's time to hang up my boots ⚒🦅@WestHam @dcfcofficial @CPFC pic.twitter.com/BgbXbQBzxO

— James Tomkins (@tomkinsofficial) March 24, 2025

Although he never earned a senior England cap, Tomkins represented his country at various youth levels and was part of Team GB at the 2012 London Olympics.

• Wayne Hennessey: Wales’ Record-Breaking Goalkeeper Steps Away

Veteran shot-stopper Wayne Hennessey announced his retirement in July 2025 at the age of 38, ending a storied career that saw him become Wales’ most-capped goalkeeper with 109 appearances, eclipsing the legendary Neville Southall.

At club level, Hennessey was a dependable presence for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace, each of whom he served with distinction. His standout performances during Palace’s journey to the 2016 FA Cup final remain etched in memory. Though registered with Nottingham Forest during the 2024/25 season, he made no appearances.

Hennessey’s international legacy is equally impressive. He was a key figure in Wales’ fairytale run to the Euro 2016 semi-finals and was instrumental in their 2022 World Cup qualification—most notably delivering nine decisive saves in the play-off win over Ukraine.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wayne Hennessey has today announced his retirement from professional football after making 109 appearances for Cymru and featuring at major tournaments for his country.

Diolch am bopeth, Wayne! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/lPdi1jqzKZ

— Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 (@Cymru) July 16, 2025

His final cap came in November 2023 in a friendly against Gibraltar. Following his retirement, he accepted a coaching role at Nottingham Forest, continuing his journey in football from the sidelines.

Final Thoughts

The exit of these footballing veterans marks the end of an era for the Premier League. Their contributions on and off the pitch have left indelible marks, and as they transition into mentoring and management roles, the next generation of talent stands to benefit from their experience and leadership.

Their retirements are not just the closing chapters of individual careers—they are reminders of the enduring legacy and evolution of football as one generation hands over the baton to the next.

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West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus is set to make a sensational move across London, with Tottenham Hotspur agreeing a £55 million ($75m) deal for the Ghanaian international.

According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, both clubs have finalised terms, and Kudus is expected to undergo a medical on Thursday ahead of signing a six-year contract with the North London side.

The 24-year-old has been on Tottenham’s radar for some time, and the club have now acted decisively to secure his signature. Reports indicate that Premier League and Champions League victory bonuses were included in Kudus’ contract as part of the final agreement, helping to push the deal across the finish line.

While new Tottenham boss Thomas Frank is said to have had other targets in mind initially, he is understood to be pleased with the acquisition. Known for his preference for versatile players, Frank will benefit from Kudus’ ability to operate both on the flanks and in a central attacking midfield role.

Pending the completion of his medical, Kudus is expected to link up with the Spurs squad ahead of their first pre-season fixture, scheduled for July 19 against Reading at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

The transfer marks a significant statement of intent from Spurs as Frank begins to reshape the squad in his image. The North London club are also reportedly in advanced talks to sign Brentford striker Yoane Wissa, suggesting further reinforcements could be imminent.

Kudus, who joined West Ham from Ajax in 2023, impressed during his debut Premier League season and now looks set to play a key role in Tottenham’s ambitions heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

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The upcoming campaign kicks off on Friday, August 15, with reigning champions Liverpool set to raise the curtain at Anfield in a home clash against Bournemouth, marking the start of Arne Slot’s title defence following his impressive debut season.

In a blockbuster encounter on opening weekend, Manchester United will welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford, promising early fireworks between two historical rivals.

Newly promoted Sunderland, returning to the Premier League for the first time since the 2016/17 season, begin their top-flight journey at the Stadium of Light against West Ham United on Saturday. Elsewhere, Championship winners Leeds United will face Everton under the lights on Monday night at Elland Road.

Burnley, who secured immediate promotion back to the Premier League, will travel to North London to face Europa League champions Tottenham Hotspur, with Thomas Frank making his Premier League debut as Spurs’ manager.

Meanwhile, Manchester City, fresh off a rare trophyless campaign, will aim to make a strong statement when they visit Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux.

The new season starts here.

2025/26 🔜 pic.twitter.com/VmoxPb8dbu

— Premier League (@premierleague) June 18, 2025

The 2025/26 season will feature 380 matches, spread across 33 weekends and five midweek rounds, culminating on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The Premier League confirmed that the August 15 start date, coming 82 days after the end of the previous season, was chosen to maximize player recovery time.

In a significant shift, the league also announced improved player welfare measures during the hectic December period. No team will be required to play two matches within a 60-hour window over Christmas and New Year.

This season also marks the beginning of a new Premier League broadcast deal, with every match not falling within the traditional Saturday 3 p.m. blackout to be shown live by Sky Sports or TNT Sports, expanding access for fans across the globe.

There’s no place like home.

Here’s each club’s opening home fixture for the 2025/26 season! 🏠 pic.twitter.com/5Vvs518yZS

— Premier League (@premierleague) June 18, 2025

With rivalry clashes, title deciders, and thrilling narratives already on the horizon, the stage is set for another unforgettable Premier League season.

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West Ham United have confirmed the loan signing of Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson for the remainder of the season.

The 20-year-old has struggled for regular game time at Brighton since Fabian Hürzeler took over as head coach last summer. However, he remains highly regarded after breaking into the first team at just 16 years old.

West Ham head coach Graham Potter, who previously managed Ferguson at Brighton, expressed his excitement about the reunion.

“I’m delighted we’ve been able to bring Evan in on loan until the end of the season,” Potter told the club’s media. “He’s a player we obviously know very well, so I’m grateful to the board for making this happen. He has plenty of quality attributes as a striker that will benefit the group over the coming months. We’re excited to integrate him into the squad and see him in action soon.”

 

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Ferguson, who will wear the number 34 shirt for West Ham, is eager to make an impact at his new club.

“It feels good to be here,” the Irish forward said. “Seeing the stadium and being here today, I’ve got a very good feeling. West Ham is a big club, and this was a great opportunity for me. I know the manager well and look forward to working under him again. I want to come in, do my best, score goals, and see where we can get to.”

 

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Despite his move, Brighton head coach Hürzeler emphasized that Ferguson’s long-term future remains at the Amex Stadium, explaining that the loan is primarily to help the young striker regain fitness and playing time after a frustrating year with injuries.

“Evan has had a tough 12 months with injuries, and to get back to his best, he needs to play regularly,” Hürzeler said. “This loan gives him that opportunity under a manager he knows well. We look forward to following his progress over the next few months and wish him well.”

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West Ham United have announced the appointment of Graham Potter as their new manager, following the dismissal of Julen Lopetegui.

Lopetegui’s tenure ended on Wednesday, six months after replacing David Moyes. West Ham managed only seven wins in 22 matches across all competitions during his stint. The club confirmed Lopetegui’s departure shortly after finalizing terms with Potter, whose arrival has now been made official.

Upon signing a two-and-a-half-year contract, Potter expressed his excitement:
“I am delighted to be here. It was important to me to wait for the right opportunity, and I believe West Ham United is the perfect fit for me. My discussions with the Chairman and the Board have been extremely positive. We share a commitment to hard work, high energy, and a vision for both short-term and long-term success.

🗣️ “I’m really, really excited”

Graham Potter’s first words as West Ham Head Coach ⚒️

— West Ham United (@WestHam) January 9, 2025

“West Ham United is a massive club, situated at the heart of London, with a passionate fanbase and worldwide support. Witnessing the celebrations following the Europa Conference League victory in 2023, it’s clear this club has everything in place to achieve consistent success, both on and off the pitch.

“The Club has made significant strides in recent years, establishing strong foundations that we can build upon. Winning a European trophy is no accident; it reflects a solid structure within the Club. Now, the challenge is to take the next steps – developing a team and a Club the supporters can take pride in.”

This marks Potter’s return to management since leaving Chelsea in April 2023. His first match in charge will be on Friday, as West Ham face Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round.

West Ham United is delighted to welcome Graham Potter as the Club’s new Head Coach ⚒️

— West Ham United (@WestHam) January 9, 2025

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