Liverpool will host two high‑profile Premier League fixtures in the early part of the season – a clash with Manchester City on 11 October and a blockbuster showdown with Arsenal on 1 November – both of which will be shown live on Sky Sports. These matches are part of a slate of 21 Premier League games that the network has secured for October and November, giving fans plenty of top‑flight action to follow on the Sky Sports app or via traditional satellite. The first of those fixtures sees Liverpool welcome Manchester City to Anfield at 4:30 pm on Sunday 11 October. It is a classic encounter between two of England’s most successful clubs, with both sides boasting deep squads and ambitious managers.
Sky Sports will provide live coverage, pre‑match analysis and post‑match reaction, ensuring viewers get the full experience of the tactical battle that is likely to unfold. A few weeks later, on 1 November, Arsenal travel to Liverpool for what has been billed as a "Super Sunday" clash. The Gunners, under the stewardship of Mikel Arteta, will be looking to continue their push for a top‑four finish, while Liverpool will aim to maintain their momentum after a strong start to the campaign.
Again, Sky Sports will be on hand to broadcast the game live, complete with expert commentary and in‑depth statistics. Arsenal’s schedule does not end there. After the Liverpool visit, Arteta’s side will head north to face Nottingham Forest on 18 October, a match that will also be televised by Sky Sports.
The Forest encounter offers a different kind of challenge, as the newly promoted side will be eager to prove they belong in the top flight. Manchester United’s October itinerary is equally packed.
The Red Devils open their month by hosting Tottenham Hotspur, managed by Roberto De Zerbi, on Saturday 10 October. United will look to capitalize on home advantage, while Tottenham will seek to upset the hosts and climb the table. The following week, United travel to Elland Road to take on Leeds United on Sunday 18 October – another game that will be streamed live on Sky Sports. The Leeds fixture is particularly intriguing because it pits two historic rivals against each other, with both clubs eager to secure three points.
United’s final October outing, on 25 October, sees them host Bournemouth at Old Trafford, a match that will also be part of Sky’s live lineup. Further down the calendar, Tottenham’s schedule includes a London derby against Chelsea on Saturday 24 October, billed as "Saturday Night Football". This high‑stakes encounter will be broadcast live, offering fans a chance to see two of the capital’s biggest clubs battle it out under the lights. Tottenham also host newly promoted Coventry City on Monday Night Football on 19 October, before returning to Anfield to face Liverpool on 31 October.
Their October fixtures conclude with a home game against Crystal Palace on 31 October, which will also be shown on Sky Sports. Crystal Palace, meanwhile, will resume their rivalry with Brighton & Hove Albion on 18 October, another live fixture that adds to the already busy October schedule. For viewers who already subscribe to Sky, the network’s app provides a convenient way to watch all of these matches on smartphones, tablets or smart TVs.
Those without a Sky subscription can still gain instant access through contract‑free options such as NOW TV, which offers daily or monthly passes. Below is a snapshot of some of the key Premier League fixtures that will be broadcast live on Sky Sports during the period: - Manchester United vs Tottenham – kick‑off 5:30 pm - Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Hull City vs Everton – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Liverpool vs Manchester City – kick‑off 4:30 pm - Coventry City vs Newcastle United – kick‑off 8:00 pm - Newcastle United vs Aston Villa – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Bournemouth vs Sunderland – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Brighton & Hove Albion vs Crystal Palace – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Leeds United vs Manchester United – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal – kick‑off 4:30 pm - Tottenham Hotspur vs Coventry City – kick‑off 8:00 pm - Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest – kick‑off 8:00 pm - Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur – kick‑off 5:30 pm - Crystal Palace vs Newcastle United – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Hull City vs Brentford – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Manchester United vs Bournemouth – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Sunderland vs Leeds United – kick‑off 4:30 pm - Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace – kick‑off 5:30 pm - Aston Villa vs Fulham – kick‑off 2:00 pm - Liverpool vs Arsenal – kick‑off 4:30 pm - Newcastle United vs Everton – kick‑off 8:00 pm Sky Sports remains the primary broadcaster for domestic club football across the United Kingdom and Ireland, promising more than 1,500 live matches across the Premier League, Women’s Super League, English Football League and Scottish Premiership in the upcoming season.
For the 2026/27 campaign, Sky has committed to airing at least 215 live Premier League games, securing first pick of fixtures each week and continuing the tradition of broadcasting multiple 2 pm Sunday matches throughout the calendar. Fans with a Sky subscription can stream every live match directly from the Sky Sports app, while non‑subscribers have the option to upgrade their package or explore flexible, contract‑free alternatives like NOW TV. Key dates for the broader football calendar include the start of the Premier League on 21 August, the Carabao Cup second round for non‑European clubs the week of 24 August, the Champions League group‑stage draw on 27 August, and the Carabao Cup final on 21 March. The season concludes with the Premier League finale on 30 May and the Champions League final on 5 June at Madrid’s Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.
Finally, Sky Sports encourages viewers to take part in the Super 6 competition for a chance to win a £1 million prize, with free entry available to all fans watching the live broadcasts.