LIVERPOOL VS BOURNEMOUTH OPENS PREMIER LEAGUE SEASON UNDER NEW RULES — HERE’S GAMEWEEK 1 FIXTURES

The 2025–26 Premier League campaign starts today as champions Liverpool welcome Bournemouth to Anfield. Arne Slot’s side, who lifted a record-equalling 20th league title last season, are aiming to open their defence with a win.

Liverpool have dominated the summer transfer market, signing Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for an initial £100 million, striker Hugo Ekitike, left-back Milos Kerkez, and right-back Jeremie Frimpong. They are still chasing a deal for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, which could break their transfer record.

This weekend also sees Manchester United face Arsenal in an early showdown, while newly promoted Leeds United return to the Premier League on Monday against Everton. Burnley and Sunderland also rejoin the top flight and will be looking to avoid relegation after previous short stints.

The new season comes with key rule changes: goalkeepers holding the ball for more than eight seconds will concede a corner; only captains may approach referees; yellow cards can be issued for disrespectful protests; and players can now retake a penalty if they accidentally touch the ball twice during a successful strike.

With fresh faces, strict new laws, and three ambitious promoted clubs, the 2025–26 season promises excitement from the first whistle. All attention turns to Anfield tonight as Liverpool aim to lay down an early marker in their quest for back-to-back titles.

Premier League Gameweek 1 Fixtures (EAT)
15/08/2025 – Liverpool vs Bournemouth (23:00)
16/08/2025 – Aston Villa vs Newcastle (15:30)
16/08/2025 – Brighton vs Fulham (18:00)
16/08/2025 – Tottenham vs Burnley (18:00)
16/08/2025 – Sunderland vs West Ham (18:00)
16/08/2025 – Wolves vs Man City (20:30)
17/08/2025 – Chelsea vs Crystal Palace (17:00)
17/08/2025 – Nottingham Forest vs Brentford (17:00)
17/08/2025 – Man United vs Arsenal (19:30)
18/08/2025 – Leeds vs Everton (23:00)