The Premier League has officially announced the key dates for the 2026/27 season, with the opening match round scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The full 380-match fixture list will be published on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 10:00 a. m.
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BST, according to official statements from the league and participating clubs.
The upcoming campaign will start one week later than the previous season to prioritize player welfare.
This provides an 89-day break from the prior season and 33 days of recovery following the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
The calendar features 33 weekend rounds and five midweek match sets. The season will conclude with simultaneous kickoffs for all final-day matches on Sunday, May 30, 2027.
During the congested Christmas and New Year period, league organizers have committed to ensuring no two match rounds occur within 60 hours of each other.
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The summer transfer window is currently open and will close at 11:00 p. m.
BST on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The winter window will run from January 1 to February 1, 2027.
Domestic and European Cup Dates
Domestic cup schedules have also been set.
The Emirates FA Cup third round is slated for January 9, 2027, with the final locked in for Saturday, May 22, 2027.
In European competition, the UEFA Champions League group phase draw will take place on August 27, 2026.
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The final is scheduled for June 5, 2027, at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid.
