The Premier League just dropped a bombshell on football fans, revealing a series of fixture changes for April 2026 that will have fans on the edge of their seats! But will these changes be welcomed by all?
April 2026 Fixture Updates:
The Premier League has meticulously planned the upcoming fixtures, with a few twists and turns to keep things exciting. All matches kick off at 15:00 BST, unless you see otherwise mentioned.
Friday, April 10th:
- 20:00 - West Ham vs. Wolves (Sky Sports) - A thrilling Friday night encounter under the lights.
Saturday, April 11th:
- 12:30 - Arsenal vs. AFC Bournemouth (TNT Sports) - But here's the catch: this fixture could change if Arsenal has a UCL commitment on April 8th.
- Brentford vs. Everton, Burnley vs. Brighton, and Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle - A trio of exciting clashes.
- Nott'm Forest vs. Aston Villa - This fixture, along with Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle, is subject to their involvement in UEFA competitions.
- 17:30 - Liverpool vs. Fulham (Sky Sports) - A potential late-afternoon thriller.
Sunday, April 12th:
- 14:00 - Sunderland vs. Spurs (Sky Sports) and 16:30 - Chelsea vs. Manchester City (Sky Sports) - Both fixtures may shift depending on UCL participation, adding an element of uncertainty.
Monday, April 13th:
- 20:00 - Man Utd vs. Leeds United (Sky Sports) - Kicking off the new week with a bang!
Saturday, April 18th (MW33):
- 12:30 - Brentford vs. Fulham (TNT Sports) - Starting the weekend with a bang!
- Aston Villa vs. Sunderland and Leeds United vs. Wolves - More exciting matchups.
- Newcastle vs. AFC Bournemouth and Nott'm Forest vs. Burnley - These fixtures are subject to UEFA competition involvement.
- 17:30 - Spurs vs. Brighton (Sky Sports) and 20:00 - Chelsea vs. Man Utd (TNT Sports) - A potential late-afternoon and evening double-header.
Sunday, April 19th:
- 14:00 - Everton vs. Liverpool (Sky Sports) - A derby that needs no introduction.
- 16:30 - Manchester City vs. Arsenal (Sky Sports) - And this is the part most fans have been waiting for!
Monday, April 20th:
- 20:00 - Crystal Palace vs. West Ham (Sky Sports) - This fixture is contingent on their UEFA and FA Cup journeys.
Friday, April 24th:
- 20:00 - Sunderland vs. Nott'm Forest (Sky Sports) - A potential Friday night feast, subject to FA Cup participation.
Saturday, April 25th:
- 12:30 - Fulham vs. Aston Villa (TNT Sports) - A midday matchup with potential UEFA implications.
- AFC Bournemouth vs. Leeds United, Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace, West Ham vs. Everton, and Wolves vs. Spurs - A quartet of exciting fixtures, all subject to FA Cup involvement.
- 17:30 - Arsenal vs. Newcastle (Sky Sports) - A late-afternoon showdown with UEFA and FA Cup considerations.
Sunday, April 26th:
- 14:00 - Burnley vs. Manchester City (Sky Sports) and 16:30 - Brighton vs. Chelsea (Sky Sports) - Both fixtures are subject to UEFA and FA Cup participation, adding to the intrigue.
Monday, April 27th:
- 20:00 - Man Utd vs. Brentford (Sky Sports) - The final fixture of this thrilling month, with FA Cup implications.
These changes are sure to keep fans guessing and eagerly awaiting the outcomes. But what do you think? Are these fixture changes a necessary evil to accommodate various competitions, or do they disrupt the flow of the league? Share your thoughts below and let's spark a lively discussion!
