The Premier League has released its full slate of festive fixtures for the current campaign, offering fans a packed programme of 29 live matches on Sky Sports between Boxing Day and the first week of January. By publishing the schedule more than three months ahead of time, the league aims to give supporters ample notice to arrange travel and accommodation during one of the busiest periods of the year.
This early release follows detailed consultations with the Football Supporters' Association and representatives from each club's Fan Advisory Board, ensuring that fan interests have been taken into account. On Boxing Day alone, seven Premier League games will be contested.
The opening match sees Hull City travel to Anfield to face Liverpool at 5:30 pm, while the evening’s headline fixture pits Newcastle United against Manchester City at 8:00 pm, both matches being shown as a live double‑header on Sky Sports. The following day, December 27, is designated as Super Sunday and will feature a triple‑header. Former England midfielder Frank Lampard will manage his side Coventry City against Chelsea at 2:00 pm. Two hours later, Manchester United will host Nottingham Forest, and the evening’s final game will see Crystal Palace take on Arsenal at 7:00 pm, all three matches broadcast live.
The festive period also includes two mid‑week rounds in which every Premier League encounter is shown live on Sky Sports. The first of these runs from Tuesday, 29 December, through Wednesday, 30 December, while the second takes place from Tuesday, 5 January, to Thursday, 7 January. This approach gives fans the chance to watch every top‑flight game without needing a subscription to multiple channels. In addition to the core fixtures, Sky Sports has scheduled several marquee matches for the intervening weekends.
On New Year’s Day, Leeds United will travel to Everton for the Friday Night Football slot, followed by Bournemouth’s clash with Aston Villa on Saturday Night Football on 3 January at 5:30 pm. The following Super Sunday will showcase Chelsea versus Newcastle at 2:00 pm and Manchester City against Tottenham Hotspur at 4:30 pm. Below is a detailed breakdown of the key fixtures and their broadcast times: - Hull City vs Liverpool – 5:30 pm, live on Sky Sports - Newcastle vs Manchester City – 8:00 pm, live on Sky Sports - Coventry City vs Chelsea – 2:00 pm, live on Sky Sports - Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest – 4:30 pm, live on Sky Sports - Crystal Palace vs Arsenal – 7:00 pm, live on Sky Sports - Hull City vs Leeds United – 7:30 pm, live on Sky Sports - Tottenham vs Brighton – 7:30 pm, live on Sky Sports - Everton vs Manchester City – 7:30 pm, live on Sky Sports The mid‑week schedule on Wednesday, 30 December, includes a full complement of matches starting at 7:30 pm: - Coventry vs Brentford - Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth - Fulham vs Arsenal - Manchester United vs Sunderland - Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest - Aston Villa vs Liverpool (8:15 pm) - Ipswich vs Chelsea (8:15 pm) - Leeds vs Everton (8:00 pm) Further fixtures slated for the early January window feature a mix of traditional rivalries and high‑profile clashes, such as Liverpool versus Manchester City, Arsenal versus Brentford, and a thrilling Tottenham Hotspur versus Brighton encounter. Each match will be streamed live via the Sky Sports app, allowing fans to watch on mobile devices, tablets, or smart TVs.
For those seeking flexible viewing options, Sky Sports NOW offers a personal video feed that can be accessed on‑the‑go. Subscribers can log in to the Sky Sports app, select the desired match, and enjoy high‑definition coverage without being tied to a fixed television set.
This service is particularly useful for supporters travelling during the holidays, as it eliminates the need for a satellite dish or cable connection. The league’s decision to release the schedule early reflects a broader strategy to enhance fan engagement and simplify planning during a period traditionally marked by packed calendars and competing commitments. By coordinating with fan groups and ensuring that every match is available on a single platform, the Premier League hopes to maximise viewership and maintain the excitement that surrounds the festive football frenzy.
Overall, the 2024‑25 festive programme promises a blend of classic derbies, title‑relevant battles, and opportunities for lower‑table clubs to test themselves against the elite. Whether you are a die‑hard supporter planning a trip to Anfield, a casual viewer looking for a weekend of top‑level football, or a fan using the Sky Sports app to catch a match on a train, the schedule offers something for everyone. Prepare your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready for a memorable holiday season of Premier League action.