Premier League Unveils 2026/27 Festive Fixtures

The Premier League announced its festive fixtures for the 2026/27 season on Thursday, detailing seven matches scheduled for Boxing Day. The fixtures cover match rounds 17 to 20, taking place from December 26, 2026, to January 7, 2027.

The early release aims to provide supporters with over three months to plan travel and matchday arrangements. On Boxing Day, Aston Villa will host Leeds in the early kick-off, followed by Everton facing Sunderland, Fulham against Brighton, Ipswich meeting Brentford, and Tottenham welcoming Bournemouth.

Liverpool will travel to Hull for a 17:30 fixture, while Newcastle will host Manchester City at 20:00. The following day features Coventry hosting Chelsea, Manchester United facing Nottingham Forest, and Crystal Palace welcoming Arsenal.

The festive schedule continues with matches on December 29 and 30, including Everton against Manchester City and Aston Villa versus Liverpool. The New Year will see Leeds host Everton, with the festive programme concluding on January 7, 2027, when Manchester United hosts Newcastle.

The Premier League confirmed that clubs will have at least 60 hours between matches during this congested period.