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Opening Clash: Villa vs West Ham
Aston Villa is set to launch their 2024/25 Premier League season with an away game against West Ham on August 17, a match that will also mark Julen Lopetegui’s debut as the Hammers’ manager. The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports at 5.30pm, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying start to the season.
Arsenal Challenge and Local Derby Dates
Following their opener, Villa will return to their home ground, Villa Park, to face Arsenal on August 24. Having outperformed Mikel Arteta’s squad in the previous season, Villa aims to continue their winning streak. The much-anticipated derby with local rivals Wolves is pencilled in for September 21 at Villa Park, with the reverse fixture slated for February 1.
Festive Fixtures and Champions League Ambitions
The festive period will test Villa’s endurance with six league matches scheduled for December, including a Boxing Day journey to Newcastle and a home clash with Manchester City on December 21, a team they triumphed over last season. Additionally, Villa’s Champions League group match dates are yet to be confirmed, adding to a congested winter calendar.
New Year’s Midlands Match-Up
2025 kicks off with a Midlands showdown as Leicester City visits Villa Park on January 4. Aston Villa will be looking to cement their position early in the new year as they navigate through the competitive landscape of the Premier League.
Season Finale: A String of Tough Encounters
The closing stages of the season present a formidable challenge for Villa, with consecutive matches against Newcastle, Manchester City, and Tottenham leading up to the final game at Old Trafford against Manchester United on May 25.
Premier League and Champions League Calendar
The 2024/25 Premier League season kicks off on August 16 and concludes on May 25, 2025. The Champions League final is set for May 31, while the Europa League and UEFA Conference League finals will take place on May 21 and May 28, respectively. The season encompasses 33 weekends, four midweek rounds, and a Bank Holiday matchweek, with the FA Cup final on May 17.
Record-Breaking Broadcast Deal with Sky Sports
Sky Sports will showcase 128 exclusive live games during the 2024/25 season, and starting from 2025/26, the broadcaster will air a record minimum of 215 Premier League matches per season, thanks to a new four-year agreement. Additionally, fans can enjoy free access to Premier League match highlights, even without a Sky Sports subscription, across various platforms including the Sky Sports website, app, and YouTube channel.
Introducing Sky Sports+
Launching in August, Sky Sports+ will offer an unprecedented level of live sports coverage, including the EFL, tennis tours, and the men’s Super League, at no additional cost to subscribers. This new service will be available through live streams on Sky TV, the NOW streaming service, and the Sky Sports App.
Win Big with Sky Sports
Football fans have the chance to win £250,000 by correctly predicting six scorelines. The competition is free to enter, with submissions due by 3pm on Saturday.
