The Premier League has officially announced a series of fixture changes for Matchweek 35, providing clarity for fans ahead of the season’s final run-in.
The biggest headline from the announcement is the confirmed scheduling for the massive clash between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford.
Supporters have been waiting for the television picks to be finalized, and the league has now confirmed that the Northwest Derby will be the centerpiece of the Sunday schedule.
Manchester United vs Liverpool Gets Sunday Slot
The highly anticipated meeting between Manchester United and Liverpool has been selected for live broadcast on Sky Sports.
The game will now take place on Sunday, May 3, with a 3:30 pm kick-off.
This fixture is often a pivotal moment in the season, and with both clubs fighting for European places and pride, the move to a Sunday afternoon slot ensures it will be the focal point of the weekend’s Premier League fixtures.
Arsenal and Tottenham Also Affected by Changes
It isn’t just the Manchester United and Liverpool fans who need to update their diaries.
Several other high-profile games have been moved for live TV coverage.
Arsenal’s trip to face Fulham at Craven Cottage has been moved to Saturday, May 2, at 5:30 pm, also airing on Sky Sports.
Meanwhile, relegation-threatened Tottenham Hotspur’s visit to Aston Villa is currently slated for a 12:30 pm start on Saturday, May 2 on TNT Sports.
However, there is a caveat for Spurs and Villa fans: if Unai Emery’s side progresses to the Europa League semi-finals, this match will be pushed back to Sunday, May 3, at 7:00 pm.
Bank Holiday Football and Title Race Implications
In a rare move, Matchweek 35 will extend into the May Bank Holiday. Chelsea are set to host Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on Monday, May 4, at 3:00 pm.
The weekend concludes with a massive game at the bottom and top of the table as Everton host Manchester City.
That fixture is scheduled for Monday night at 8:00 pm, giving Pep Guardiola’s side the final word of the weekend in the title race.
Confirmed Premier League Fixture Changes (Matchweek 35)
Friday 1 May
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Leeds United v Burnley (8:00 pm) – Sky Sports
Saturday 2 May
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Aston Villa v Tottenham Hotspur (12:30 pm) – TNT Sports*
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Arsenal v Fulham (5:30 pm) – Sky Sports
Sunday 3 May
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Manchester United v Liverpool (3:30 pm) – Sky Sports
Monday 4 May
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Chelsea v Nottingham Forest (3:00 pm) – Sky Sports
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Everton v Manchester City (8:00 pm) – Sky Sports
