The time has come: in less than a month, the Premier League will kick off. Always thrilling and unpredictable, the league has seen one dominant team in the last two years: Manchester City. Pep Guardiola's team will face the challenging task of defending the title against the London clubs, Liverpool, and their rivals, Manchester United.
So, when does the competition officially begin? The date to mark in red on your calendar is August 16, at 9 PM. The Premier League will open with Manchester United vs. Fulham, followed by the other matches on August 17, 18, and 19. A notable big match right from the start will be between Maresca's Chelsea and Guardiola's City.
Key dates to remember include Boxing Day (December 26) and the period between the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025. Arsenal will face newly promoted Ipswich Town on December 26, and the new year will kick off with a massive clash between Liverpool and Manchester United. The season is set to conclude on the weekend of May 26.
Premier League, Liverpool soars: Arsenal and City struggle, Tottenham sinks
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The Red Devils are back in contention for a top spot after signing Joshua Zirkzee, formerly of Bologna. Arsenal might soon welcome another talent from the Rossoblù and the Italian national team, Riccardo Calafiori. Keep an eye on the usual suspects, Tottenham, and a potential resurgence of Chelsea, who have been out of the title race for too long. There is also great anticipation for the return of Leicester City to the Premier League.
