When Are Televised Premier League Games Announced?

The 2024-25 Premier League schedule was released on June 18th. However, with television heavily influencing broadcast schedules, the initially announced fixture dates and times are subject to change. This article clarifies when these televised Premier League game changes are announced.

While the Premier League initially schedules all matches for 3 p.m. on Saturdays, with some midweek exceptions, these times are often shifted due to television broadcasting demands. Changes usually fall within the same weekend, ranging from Friday evening to Monday evening. These adjustments, while somewhat predictable, are announced in advance.

Premier League TV Schedule Announcement Dates

Below are the intended and actual announcement dates for TV schedule changes. Keep in mind that even the intended dates were initially listed as “To Be Determined” (TBD). These dates reflect changes solely due to television and not other factors like cup competitions.

• August/September Games: Intended: July 5, 2024.
• October Games: Intended: July 22 and August 19, 2024. Actual: September 2, 2024.
• November Games: Intended: September 2 and 13, 2024. Actual: September 13, 2024.
• December/January Games: Intended: September 16 and October 14, 2024. Actual: October 15, 2024.
• February Games: Intended: November 14 and December 9, 2024. Actual: December 10, 2024 and January 17, 2025.
• March Games: Intended: January 2 and 24, 2025. Actual: January 24, 2025.
• April Games: Intended: January 27 and February 28, 2025. Actual: February 28, 2025.

Late Season Premier League TV Schedule Announcements

The final weeks of the Premier League season also see TV schedule adjustments:

• Game Week 35 (May 3): March 21, 2025.
• Game Week 36 (May 10): March 28, 2025.
• Game Week 37 (May 18): April 4, 2025.
• Game Week 38 (May 25): Fixture times remain fixed, but the TV schedule announcement occurs around May 19, 2025.

Factors Influencing Premier League Fixture Changes

Beyond television, fixture changes can occur due to team advancements in the FA Cup, League Cup, or European competitions. These changes often involve moving matches to different weeks altogether. This post focused specifically on changes driven by television broadcast requirements. Always consult official Premier League sources for the most up-to-date fixture information.