The highly anticipated2025-26 English Premier Leagueseason begins this weekend with an exciting lineup of matches. Reigning championsLiverpoolwill kick off the season by hostingBournemouthat Anfield on Friday, Aug. 15, setting the tone for what promises to be an exhilarating year. The first weekend of action will feature five games on Saturday, Aug. 16, starting withAston Villataking onNewcastle Unitedand concluding withWolverhampton WanderersfacingManchester City. On Sunday, three more games are scheduled, including an exciting matchup betweenManchester UnitedandArsenalat Old Trafford. Under the management of Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has focused on strengthening its midfield during the summer transfer window. Notable signings like Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP are expected to have a significant impact on the Gunners' campaign towards the league title. The opening weekend will conclude withLeeds UnitedfacingEvertonon Monday, Aug. 18. Here is the full slate of games for the opening weekend of the 2025-26 Premier League season: Premier League 2025:Meet the 20 teams for EPL's brand new season (All times Eastern) Liverpool vs. AFC Bournemouth at 3 p.m. on USA Network Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United at 7:30 a.m. on USA Network Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Fulham at 10 a.m. on USA Network Sunderland vs. West Ham United at 10 a.m. on Peacock Tottenham Hotspur vs. Burnley at 10 a.m. on Peacock Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City at 12:30 p.m. on NBC and Peacock Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace at 9 a.m. on USA Network Nottingham Forest vs. Brentford at 9 a.m. on Peacock Manchester United vs. Arsenal at 11:30 a.m. on NBC and Peacock Leeds United vs. Everton at 3 p.m. on USA Network USA TODAY Sports' 48-page special editioncommemorates 30 years of Major League Soccer, from its best players to key milestones and championship dynasties to what exciting steps are next with the World Cup ahead.Order your copy today! This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:2025-26 English Premier League opening weekend schedule and how to watch
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