The Premier League action returns this weekend with a slate of fixtures guaranteed to shake up the table. As we enter the final stretch of February 2026, the title race is a two-horse battle between Arsenal and Manchester City, while the fight for European spots—and survival at the bottom—intensifies.
Here is your comprehensive guide to the matches taking place this Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Saturday, February 28: Title Contenders and Desperate Clashes
The action kicks off with Bournemouth looking to solidify their top-half status against a Sunderland side desperate for points to move away from the danger zone.
The 3 PM kick-offs feature a critical battle at Turf Moor as Burnley hosts Brentford, while Liverpool aims to continue their push for the top four when they welcome a struggling West Ham United to Anfield. Simultaneously, Newcastle United faces Everton at St. James' Park in a clash that could define both teams' seasons.
The headline act on Saturday sees Manchester City travel to Elland Road to take on Leeds United. City need all three points to keep the pressure on Arsenal, but Leeds are notoriously tough to beat at home under the lights.
| Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
| 13:30 | Bournemouth vs. Sunderland | Vitality Stadium |
| 16:00 | Burnley vs. Brentford | Turf Moor |
| 16:00 | Liverpool vs. West Ham United | Anfield |
| 16:00 | Newcastle United vs. Everton | St. James' Park |
| 18:30 | Leeds United vs. Manchester City | Elland Road |
Sunday, March 1: London Derbies and High-Stakes Battles
Sunday brings a trio of high-stakes encounters. Brighton & Hove Albion faces a Nottingham Forest side fighting for their Premier League lives, while Fulham hosts a Tottenham Hotspur team reeling from recent poor form and fighting for a European spot.
In the late afternoon, Manchester United welcomes Crystal Palace to Old Trafford, aiming to maintain their charge toward a top-four finish.
The weekend concludes with a massive London Derby at the Emirates Stadium as league leaders Arsenal host Chelsea. Mikel Arteta's side must overcome their fierce rivals to retain their cushion at the top of the table.
| Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
| 15:00 | Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest | Amex Stadium |
| 15:00 | Fulham vs. Tottenham Hotspur | Craven Cottage |
| 15:00 | Manchester United vs. Crystal Palace | Old Trafford |
| 17:30 | Arsenal vs. Chelsea | Emirates Stadium |
Matchweek 28: Key Storylines
The Title Sprint: Manchester City's visit to Leeds is a potential banana skin. If they drop points, Arsenal could extend their lead in the derby against Chelsea.
Top Four Thriller: Liverpool, United, and Chelsea are all in action, making this weekend crucial for the Champions League qualification race.
The Relegation Fight: With Burnley, West Ham, and Forest all playing, the bottom of the table could look very different come Monday morning.