As football fans eagerly anticipate the new season, the question on everyone's mind is: When does the 24/25 Premier League season start?
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming season's schedule.
Fixture Release Date
The Premier League has confirmed that the fixtures for the 2024/25 season will be announced at 09:00 BST on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
This release will include the dates and matchups for all 380 games of the season.
Premier League Start Date
Opening Weekend
The 2024/25 Premier League season is set to kick off on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
This marks 90 days after the conclusion of the 2023/24 season, which ended on May 19, 2024.
The opening weekend will set the tone for what hopefully will be an exciting and competitive season.
Season Structure
The season will span 33 weekends, featuring four midweek rounds of matches and one Bank Holiday Matchweek.
This structure ensures a steady flow of games throughout the year, keeping fans engaged and teams competitive.
Key Dates and Changes
Christmas and New Year Schedule
In response to feedback from clubs regarding the congested holiday schedule, the Premier League has arranged for more rest time over three of the festive match rounds.
Importantly, no club will play within 60 hours of another match, and there will be no fixtures on December 24, 2024.
This adjustment aims to ensure player welfare during the busy holiday period.
Mid-Season Break
Notably, the mid-season break has been removed from the calendar.
Instead, the league will benefit from a longer summer break, allowing players a consecutive three-week rest period.
This change is based on expert advice from medical and technical departments, emphasizing the importance of a prolonged summer break over a short winter hiatus.
FAQ
When does the 24/25 Premier League season start? The 2024/25 Premier League season will begin on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
When will the fixtures for the 24/25 season be released? The fixtures for the 2024/25 season will be announced at 09:00 BST on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
How many weekends will the 24/25 Premier League season span? The season will span 33 weekends.
Are there any midweek rounds of matches in the 24/25 season? Yes, there will be four midweek rounds of matches in the 2024/25 season.
Will there be any Bank Holiday Matchweeks? Yes, the 2024/25 season will include one Bank Holiday Matchweek.
How will the holiday schedule be managed? The Premier League has arranged for more rest time over three of the festive match rounds, ensuring no club plays within 60 hours of another match. There will also be no fixtures on December 24, 2024.
Is there a mid-season break in the 24/25 season? No, the mid-season break has been removed. Instead, players will benefit from a longer summer break, providing a consecutive three-week rest period.
When does the 24/25 Premier League season end? The final match round of the 2024/25 season will be played on May 25, 2025, with all matches kicking off simultaneously.
Where can I download the full fixture list? The full fixture list will be available for download when it is released on June 18, 2024, via the Premier League's digital calendar.
Why was the mid-season break removed? The mid-season break was removed to allow a mid-August start date, providing players with a longer summer break.
