By Debra Rono
The return of the 2024/2025 English Premier League season has ignited excitement across football fans worldwide, as teams gear up for another thrilling campaign. With new talent and notable signings altering team compositions, the season promises intense competition and dramatic moments.
The reigning champions, Manchester City, will face challenges from determined rivals seeking to unseat them, including last season’s runners-up, Arsenal FC, and the 2019/2020 champions, Liverpool FC.
Additionally, the contest for European qualification and the struggle for survival in the top tier adds further complexity to the narrative. As clubs devise their strategies and supporters eagerly await each match, 2024/2025 Premier League is poised to offer a compelling mix of skill, fervor, and unpredictability.
This weekend features an exciting schedule of matches with the season officially kicking off with Manchester United hosting Fulham at Old Trafford at 10 PM tonight.
Here are the match fixtures for this weekend:
Friday 16 August 2024
22:00 Man United- Fulham – Old Trafford, Manchester
Saturday 17 August 2024
14:30 pm Ipswich Vs Liverpool -Portman Road, Ipswich
17:00 pm Arsenal Vs Wolves -Emirates Stadium, London
17:00 pm Everton Vs Brighton – Goodison Park, Liverpool
17:00 pm Newcastle Vs Southampton- St. James’ Park, Newcastle
17:00 pm Nottingham Forest Vs Bournemouth – The City Ground, Nottingham
19:30 pm West Ham Vs Aston Villa – London Stadium, London
Sunday 18 August 2024
16:00 pmBrentford Vs Crystal Palace – Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford
18:30 pmChelsea Vs Man City – Stamford Bridge, London
Monday 19 August 2024
22:00 pm Leicester Vs Spurs – King Power Stadium, Leicester