Premier League Christmas and New Year schedule now released.
The Premier League has officially announced its fixture schedule for the Christmas and New Year period, providing fans with a clear view of the upcoming matches during this festive time. Traditionally, Boxing Day has been a highlight for football enthusiasts in the UK, and this year will see Man United ticket hosting Newcastle United at 8pm on December 26. This match will be the only top-flight fixture on that day, reflecting the changing landscape of fixture scheduling in the Premier League.
The Premier League has acknowledged several challenges associated with scheduling, particularly due to the expansion of European club competitions. This situation has necessitated a revision of the domestic calendar, a change that was first implemented ahead of the previous season and has implications for the FA Cup as well.
Following the festive opener, six matches are scheduled for Tuesday, December 30. Among these fixtures, Arsenal FC will play at home against Aston Villa, aiming to secure crucial points as they push for a strong position in the league. The New Year will kick off with four matches on January 1, featuring exciting clashes such as Manchester United taking on Wolverhampton Wanderers, Crystal Palace versus Fulham, Liverpool against Leeds United, and Brentford hosting Tottenham Hotspur. The latter match is particularly noteworthy as it marks Thomas Frank’s return to face his former side.
Furthermore, the midweek fixtures will see all ten Premier League teams in action, with one of the standout matches being Arsenal versus Liverpool on January 8 at 8pm. This encounter could potentially play a significant role in determining the title race, as both teams are expected to be vying for top honours this season.
Confirmed Christmas Schedule
Friday 26 December 2025
20:00 Manchester United vs Newcastle United
Saturday 27 December 2025
12:30 Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford vs AFC Bournemouth
Burnley vs Everton
Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
West Ham United vs Fulham
17:30 Chelsea vs Aston Villa
Sunday 28 December 2025
14:00 Sunderland vs Leeds United
16:30 Crystal Palace vs Tottenham Hotspur
Tuesday 30 December 2025
19:30 Burnley vs Newcastle United
19:30 Chelsea vs AFC Bournemouth
19:30 Nottingham Forest vs Everton
19:30 West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
20:15 Arsenal vs Aston Villa
20:15 Manchester United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Thursday 1 January 2026
17:30 Crystal Palace vs Fulham
17:30 Liverpool vs Leeds United
20:00 Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur
20:00 Sunderland vs Manchester City
Saturday 3 January 2026
12:30 Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Burnley
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs West Ham United
17:30 AFC Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Sunday 4 January 2026
12:30 Leeds United vs Manchester United
15:00 Everton vs Brentford
15:00 Fulham vs Liverpool
15:00 Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace
15:00 Tottenham Hotspur vs Sunderland
17:30 Manchester City vs Chelsea
Tuesday 6 January 2026
20:00 West Ham United vs Nottingham Forest
Wednesday 7 January 2026
19:30 AFC Bournemouth vs Tottenham Hotspur
19:30 Brentford vs Sunderland
19:30 Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
19:30 Everton vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
19:30 Fulham vs Chelsea
19:30 Manchester City vs Brighton & Hove Albion
20:15 Burnley vs Manchester United
20:15 Newcastle United vs Leeds United
Thursday 8 January 2026
20:00 Arsenal vs Liverpool
Fan Demand & Tickets
Tickets for matches during the Christmas period are typically more affordable compared to other times of the year, making it an excellent opportunity for fans to attend live football. With the schedule now confirmed, supporters are encouraged to secure their tickets early. Notably, the fixture between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium is expected to be the most expensive, with resale tickets reportedly reaching over £300. Fans are advised to explore various options for ticket purchases to ensure they get the best deals this festive season.