The 2025/26 Premier League season has kicked off, and if the first weekend's fixtures are any indication, we are in for a thrilling ride. The opening matchweek delivered high-scoring drama, dream debuts, and some major upsets, immediately setting the tone for the campaign to come. Here is a full breakdown of all the matches played so far, including an analysis of the biggest games, a list of all fixtures and results, and an updated league table.
The Match of the Day: Liverpool's Dramatic Opener
The season began with a six-goal thriller at Anfield as defending champions Liverpool hosted AFC Bournemouth.
However, the match turned into a personal showcase for Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo. The Ghana international single-handedly dragged his team back into the contest with a stunning brace, scoring a spectacular solo goal to level the score at 2-2 with just 14 minutes remaining.
Liverpool, however, were not to be denied. Substitutes Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah scored late goals to secure a dramatic 4-2 victory, with Chiesa reacting quickest to volley home in the 88th minute and Salah netting a breakaway effort in stoppage time.
The Rest of the Action: Saturday's Key Stories
Tottenham Hotspur vs. Burnley: Tottenham gave new manager Thomas Frank a dream home debut with a convincing 3-0 victory over newly promoted Burnley.
Sunderland vs. West Ham United: Sunderland made a dream return to the Premier League after an eight-year absence, thrashing West Ham 3-0 in front of their home fans.
Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United: The match between these two teams with European ambitions ended in a goalless draw. The game was notable for Newcastle's missing striker Alexander Isak, who was sidelined due to "transfer uncertainty".
Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Fulham: This match ended in a 1-1 draw. Matt O'Riley scored a penalty for Brighton, but Rodrigo Muniz equalized in stoppage time for Fulham, securing a point for the visitors.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City: Manchester City started their season with a dominant away performance, securing a huge 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Matchweek 1 Fixtures and Results (So Far)
| Date | Fixture | Result | Goalscorers |
| Friday, August 15 | Liverpool vs. AFC Bournemouth | 4–2 | LIV: Ekitiké, Gakpo, Chiesa, Salah. |
| Saturday, August 16 | Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United | 0–0 | None |
| Saturday, August 16 | Tottenham Hotspur vs. Burnley | 3–0 | TOT: Richarlison (2), Johnson |
| Saturday, August 16 | Sunderland vs. West Ham United | 3–0 | SUN: Mayenda, Ballard, Isidor |
| Saturday, August 16 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Fulham | 1–1 | BHA: O'Riley. |
| Saturday, August 16 | Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City | 0–4 | MCI: Not published yet |
Updated Premier League Table
After the conclusion of Friday and Saturday's matches, the league table stands as follows:
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
| 1 | Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| 2 | Liverpool | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | +2 | 3 |
| 3 | Sunderland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 4 | Tottenham Hotspur | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 5 | Aston Villa | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Fulham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | Newcastle United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | Arsenal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Brentford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Chelsea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Crystal Palace | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Everton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Leeds United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Manchester United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | AFC Bournemouth | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 0 |
| 18 | Burnley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 |
| 19 | West Ham United | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 0 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
Note: The results for Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Brentford, Manchester United, Arsenal, Leeds United, and Everton are still pending.
A Look Ahead: What's Still to Come
The opening week's drama isn't over yet. The action continues with a trio of Sunday fixtures, including the marquee matchup between Manchester United and Arsenal. This is a must-watch game as both clubs look to make an early statement in the title race. The final match of the weekend will see newly promoted Leeds United host Everton on Monday night. The first weekend of the 2025/26 season has already delivered on its promise of thrilling football, and the rest of the campaign is sure to be just as captivating.