The 2025/26 Premier League season gets underway on Friday, with reigning champions Liverpool hosting Bournemouth at Anfield on the opening day.
Eight matches play out over the weekend before Leeds United and Everton cap off the opening match week on Monday night.
All eyes will be on the tussle between old foes Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday. However, that is not the only exciting clash on the cards on opening day.
Here is the complete schedule of Matchday 1 of the 2025/26 Premier League season:
| Date | Fixture | Kick-off (BST) |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 15 Aug 2025 | Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth | 20:00 |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Aston Villa vs Newcastle United | 12:30 |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Fulham | 15:00 |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Sunderland vs West Ham United | 15:00 |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley | 15:00 |
| Sat 16 Aug 2025 | Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Manchester City | 17:30 |
| Sun 17 Aug 2025 | Chelsea vs Crystal Palace | 14:00 |
| Sun 17 Aug 2025 | Nottingham Forest vs Brentford | 14:00 |
| Sun 17 Aug 2025 | Manchester United vs Arsenal | 16:30 |
| Mon 18 Aug 2025 | Leeds United vs Everton | 20:00 |
Bournemouth, Newcastle United, Fulham, West Ham United, Burnley, Manchester City, Crystal Palace, Brentford, Arsenal, and Everton fans will hit the road on Matchday 1. And SportsCasting takes a look at how much they would have to spend to cheer their teams from the away stand.
Bournemouth Fans Will Have to Pay £217 on Average to Attend the Premier League Opening Match Against Liverpool
How to Get to Anfield from the Vitality Stadium
Train
You can go by train, but it will not be a straightforward journey. From Bournemouth, you will have to travel up to London Waterloo (South Western), then walk or get the tube across to Euston where you’ll board your second train all the way up to Liverpool Lime Street. From there, you can either take a bus to the stadium or walk 35 minutes to Anfield. The round-trip, including bus fare, will be £80-£122. This trip will take about 5 hours.
You can take the Coach (National Express) to bring the cost down to £39-£64, but it will add two hours to your journey each way.
Ticket Prices for Liverpool vs Bournemouth
A ticket in the away stand for the Liverpool vs Bournemouth game on August 15 costs £30. The cost has remained unchanged for the 10th season running.
The ticket will get you a spot in the lower tier of the Anfield Road stand. This area hosts approximately 3,000 travelling fans.
Beer and Pie Price for Liverpool vs Bournemouth
A pint of beer at Anfield costs £3.30 on average. Only Old Trafford and Turf Moor offer cheaper beer in the English top flight.
Fancy a pre-match pie at Anfield? On average, it will set you back about £3.40. You may also get some combos, bringing the total cost around £5.
Where to Stay Around Anfield?
Liverpool, who are 19/10 to win the Premier League this season with football betting sites, will ring in the 2025/26 Premier League season with their clash against Bournemouth at 8:00 PM BST on August 15. By the time the match ends, it will be too late for most away fans to travel back to Bournemouth. Luckily, there are plenty of accommodation options available around Anfield.
If you are looking for an affordable hostel, head to The Liverpool Pod. Prices start at £28 for a dorm and £49 for a private.
In mid-range, you can check out Radisson Blu Liverpool. A double room at the Radisson goes for about £120.
There are also some luxury options available near Anfield. Just 3km away from the stadium, the Municipal Hotel – MGallery offers a luxurious stay, giving you access to an indoor pool, rooftop bar, and more. Prices start at £173 for a double room.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train Combined | 51.50 (coach) | 76.70 (blended avg.) | 101.00 (train adv.) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + Pie (1 each) | 3.30 + 3.40 | ||
| Accommodation (1 night) | 28.00 (hostel dorm) | 107.00 (mid-range avg.) | 173.00 (5★ hotel) |
| Estimated total | 116.20 | 220.40 | 310.70 |
Newcastle Fans Will Have to Pay £114 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Aston Villa
How to Go to Villa Park from St. James’ Park
Train
The simplest rail option is the CrossCountry from Newcastle to Birmingham New Street. When booked early, the three-hour journey can cost as little as £36 each way. You can also go via York or Leeds. Journey time is identical, but split tickets can keep the fare comparable.
When you reach Birmingham, get on a local train or take a £2 city bus. Both will drop you within a 10-minute walk to Villa Park.
Since the game kicks off at 12:30 PM on August 16, you will have plenty of time to catch the train back to Newcastle. When bought early, expect to pay around £40 for the ticket.
Ticket Prices for Aston Villa vs Newcastle
As an away fan, a ticket to the Premier League opener between Aston Villa and Newcastle United will cost £30. You will be seated at the Doug Ellis Stand upper.
But don’t expect to see Alexander Isak on your travels, given he is now refusing to appear for the Magpies first team again as he looks to force a move away from the club.
Beer and Pie Price for Aston Villa vs Newcastle
Unlike Anfield, beer prices are quite steep at Villa Park. According to our data, a pint will set you back about £5.20, making it one of the most expensive watering holes in the Premier League.
Coming to food, the average price of a pie at Villa Park is £3.60, which is pretty decent by 2025 standards.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Newcastle ⇄ Birmingham) | 33.00 (coach) | 77.00 (blended avg.) | 96.00 (train adv.) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 5.20 + 3.60 | ||
| Estimated total | 69.55 | 113.55 | 132.55 |
Fulham Fans Will Have to Pay £66 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Brighton & Hove Albion
How to Go to the Amex Stadium from Craven Cottage
Train
To travel to the Amex Stadium, take a through-ticket from London Victoria or London Bridge to Brighton on Southern or Thameslink. Upon reaching, take the free-with-ticket shuttle to Falmer station, which is right next to Brighton’s stadium.
The fastest advance return tickets booked a month out are about £19. Flexible off-peak day returns are around £27. Lastly, walk-up peak fares can go up to £41 for the 1 hour 25 minute journey, including the walk to the stadium.
Since the game kicks off at 3:00 PM BST, there is plenty of time to head back.
Ticket Prices for Brighton vs Fulham
A travelling Fulham supporter will have to pay £30 for a ticket to attend the Premier League opener against Brighton & Hove Albion. Away fans visiting the Amex Stadium sit in the lower tiers of the South Stand. Around 3,000 tickets are allotted to away fans.
Beer and Pie Price for Brighton vs Fulham
Brighton & Hove Albion’s Amex Stadium offers the ninth-cheapest pint of beer in the Premier League. Here, a pint will set you back £4.95. If you want a heavy pie at the Amex, you will have to fork out £4.10.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (London ⇄ Falmer) | 19.00 (advance off-peak) | 27.00 (typical off-peak) | 41.00 (walk-up peak) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 4.95 + 4.10 | ||
| Estimated total | 58.05 | 66.05 | 80.05 |
West Ham Fans Will Have to Pay £123 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Sunderland
How to Go to the Stadium of Light from the London Stadium
Train
LNER runs four direct London King’s Cross to Sunderland services daily. It is the fastest route from London to Sunderland, covering the 268-mile run in about 3 hours 15 minutes. When booked a month out, the return tickets start around £42.
If you cannot get one due to limited availability, take the King’s Cross train to Newcastle and then hop on the 35-minute service to Sunderland. Total travel time will be just around 4 hours, but it could be a bit cheaper.
After getting down at Sunderland, walk 20 minutes to the Stadium of Light. You could also opt for the Tyne & Wear Metro, which is only a five-minute walk away from the entrance for away fans.
Ticket Price for Sunderland vs West Ham
An away ticket at the Stadium of Light costs £30, irrespective of the category. You will be seated in the upper tier of the North Stand behind one of the goals.
Beer and Pie Price for Sunderland vs West Ham
A pint of cold beer in the Stadium of Light costs £4.10 on average. One piece of delicious pie, meanwhile, will set you back £3.10.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (London ⇄ Sunderland) | 42.00 (advance off-peak) | 86.00 (typical off-peak) | 124.00 (walk-up peak) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 7.20 (£4.10 beer + £3.10 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 79.20 | 123.20 | 161.20 |
Burnley Fans Have to Pay £100 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Tottenham Hotspur
How to Get to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium from Turf Moor
Train
The most straightforward route for Clarets supporters is Burnley, Manchester Road to Preston and then to London Euston (Avanti West Coast). The total journey takes around two hours and forty-five minutes. You could get return tickets at roughly £32 if you book a month in advance.
Unfortunately, the Preston line is often busy. In that case, you could change at Manchester Piccadilly, which would only add 15 minutes to your commute.
This split-ticket combination goes for about £58 off-peak. After reaching Euston, take the Victoria line to Seven Sisters. Then ride the London Overground for about three minutes to get to White Hart Lane. The new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium would be a short stroll away. Door to door, the commute will take you around three hours.
Ticket Price for Tottenham vs Burnley
Due to the Premier League away price capping, you will not have to shell out more than £30 for your ticket. You will be seated in the northeast corner.
Beer and Pie Price for Tottenham vs Burnley
Based in north London, the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium does not offer anything for cheap. A pint of beer here goes for about £5.10 on average. Pie typically costs around £4.00 at the venue.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Burnley ⇄ London) | 32.00 (super-advanced) | 58.00 (typical off-peak) | 92.00 (walk-up peak) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 9.10 (£5.10 beer + £4.00 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 71.10 | 97.10 | 131.10 |
Man City Fans Will Have to Pay £70 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Wolves
How to Get to Molineux from Etihad Stadium
Train
Unlike most, Manchester City fans have a pretty straightforward away day coming up on August 16.
City supporters can catch the hourly Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry train from Manchester Piccadilly and ride it straight to Wolverhampton. The journey takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When booked a month in advance, return tickets start around just £18. Typical off-peak day returns are around £31, while walk-up peak fares can exceed £46.
From the station, it is a 15-minute walk to Molineux. Although most fans prefer to walk, you can also opt to hop the 79 bus to Molineux. Return fare costs about £2.
Ticket Price for Wolves vs Man City
Man City fans will have to pay a fixed £30 for their away seat in the Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 16. Away fans generally sit in the lower tier of the Steve Bull Stand.
Beer and Pie Price for Wolves vs Man City
Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Molineux offers one of the least expensive beer-pie combos on the Premier League calendar.
A pie at Molineux goes for £3.60, while beer costs around £4.00. This means you will have to pay just over £7.60 for the package when you are visiting Molineux on a match day.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Manchester ⇄ Wolverhampton) | 18.00 (advance off-peak) | 31.00 (typical off-peak) | 46.00 (walk-up peak) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 7.60 (£4.00 beer + £3.60 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 55.6 | 68.6 | 83.6 |
Crystal Palace Fans Will Have to Pay £47 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Chelsea
How to Get to Stamford Bridge from Selhurst Park
Train/Tube
Crystal Palace fans kick off the 2025/26 Premier League season with a short south-to-west trip to fellow London club Chelsea. As expected, the commute is rather pocket-friendly.
Get moving by taking the Southern or London Overground train from Selhurst to Clapham Junction. After the 25-minute commute, change to an Overground to West Brompton. The journey will take less than 10 minutes. Upon reaching West Brompton, it is a 10-minute stroll to the away turnstiles of Stamford Bridge.
Off-peak contactless fares are as low as £2.60 each way. Singles rise to £3.20 during peak hours, while the daily cap for zones 1-4 is £11.70. Door-to-door, the journey will take you less than an hour.
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Ticket Price for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
As a travelling Crystal Palace fan, you can get a ticket to the season-opener against Chelsea for just £30. You will be seated in the lower tier of the Shed End, close to the East Stand. Generally, 3000 tickets are allotted for away fans.
Beer and Pie Price for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
The London effect becomes evident when you hit the beer and pie stands at Stamford Bridge.
A pint of beer costs £5.70 on average, while a pie goes for about £4.50. With a total of £10.20, it is the third-most expensive stadium in the Premier League.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train/Tube (return, Oyster/contactless) | 5.20 (off-peak Z2-4) | 7.40 (mix peak/off-peak) | 11.70 (daily cap Z1-4) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 10.20 (£5.70 beer + £4.50 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 45.40 | 47.60 | 51.90 |
Brentford Fans Will Have to Pay £93 on Average to Attend the Premier League Clash Vs Nottingham Forest
How to Get to City Ground from Gtech Community Stadium
Train
Brentford fans have a tricky commute to overcome to watch their Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.
First, they have to take the South Western Railway or Elizabeth Line train from Brentford to Paddington. Next, they have to take the Underground to St Pancras. Finally, they have to board the East Midlands Railway service to Nottingham.
From the station, you can take a 15-minute riverside walk to reach the City Ground. You can also opt to hop the 11 from Arkwright Street (Stop ME01).
The off-peak return fares, when booked well in advance, start around £37. Walk-up off-peak return fares are around £55, whereas anytime peak returns touch £80. Door-to-door, the journey takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Ticket Price for Nottingham Forest vs Brentford
An away ticket for the Premier League opener between Nottingham Forest and Brentford costs £30. Generally, 2,000 tickets are allotted to occupy the lower tier of the Bridgford Stand. However, it can be pushed to accommodate up to 3,500 away fans.
Beer and Pie Price for Nottingham Forest vs Brentford
A pint of beer at Forest’s City Ground goes for around £5.20 on average. A warm pie, meanwhile, comes rather cheap at just £3.30.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Brentford ⇄ Nottingham) | 37.00 (advance off-peak) | 55.00 (typical off-peak) | 79.00 (walk-up peak) |
| Match ticket | 30.00 (Premier League away-fan cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 8.50 (£5.20 beer + £3.30 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 75.50 | 93.50 | 117.50 |
Arsenal Fans Will Have to Pay £98 on Average to Watch the Premier League Clash Vs Manchester United
How to Get to Old Trafford from Emirates Stadium
Train
To go from Arsenal’s home ground, Emirates Stadium, to Manchester United’s Old Trafford, the fastest option is by rail. First, take the Piccadilly line from Arsenal to King’s Cross St Pancras. Then walk or hop the Victoria line one stop to reach Euston. Lastly, take the Avanti West Coast fast train to Manchester Piccadilly.
After reaching the city centre, you can ride the Metrolink from St Peter’s Square to Old Trafford and then walk 10 to 15 minutes to get to the away turnstiles.
Super advanced tickets can be as low as £28.00 return. Typical off-peak rates could set you back £60.00, whereas walk-up peak rates could reach £120.00.
The game between two Premier League biggies is at 4:30 PM on Sunday. This gives the away fans plenty of time to celebrate and then catch the train back to London.
Ticket Price for Man Utd vs Arsenal
Thanks to the away ticket cap in the Premier League, fans will only have to pay £30 to get their away ticket at Old Trafford. Away fans sit in the South East corner of the stadium, typically across the East Stand and the South Stand.
As per norms, 3000 away fans are allowed at Old Trafford during a Premier League meeting.
Beer and Pie Price for Man Utd vs Arsenal
Old Trafford offers one of the cheapest pints of beer across all of England. A pint of beer goes for around £3.00 at Old Trafford. A pie, meanwhile, is worth £4.20.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (London Euston ⇄ Manchester Piccadilly) | 28.00 (advance off-peak) | 60.00 (typical off-peak return) | 120.00 (walk-up peak band) |
| Match ticket (away end) | 30.00 (Premier League £30 cap) | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | 7.20 (~£3.00 pint + £4.20 pie) | ||
| Estimated total | 65.70 | 97.70 | 157.70 |
Everton Fans Will Have to Pay £97 on Average to Watch the Premier League Opener vs Leeds United
How to Reach Elland Road from Hill Dickinson Stadium
The fastest way to reach Leeds from Liverpool is by TransPennine or Northern.
The journey, which typically takes under one and a half hours, can cost as little as £24 (return) when booked well in advance.
After reaching Leeds station, a 20-minute walk will take you to the away turnstiles. You could also take a 15-minute ride on one of the shuttle buses, which run on matchdays.
Ticket Price for Leeds United vs Everton
Everton fans can get a ticket to watch the game versus Leeds United for £30. They are typically seated in the upper tier of the John Charles Stand.
Beer and Pie Price for Leeds United vs Everton
Elland Road offers one of the most expensive pints of beer in England, charging fans £5.00. A pie, which has faced its fair share of criticism over the years, goes for about £4.00.
Where to Stay Around Elland Road?
Since the game kicks off at 8:00 PM on Monday, it could be difficult to get a train back to Liverpool that late. If you are considering staying for a night, you will be pleased to know that there are plenty of decent accommodation options around Elland Road.
If you are looking for something cheap, head over to Art Hostel, which is about two miles from Elland Road. You can get a room for around £25. Ibis Budget Leeds Centre on Crown Point Road is a good mid-range option. You could get a room for two for roughly £35. Finally, luxury seekers could get a room at the Queens Hotel next to the station. A room at the hotel could cost you upwards of £100.
| Cost Bucket | Low Option £ | Mid Average £ | High Option £ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (Liverpool ⇄ Leeds) | 24.00 (2×£12 advance singles) | 26.00 (avg. £12.88 each way) | 72.00 (upper range seen) |
| Match ticket (away cap) | 30.00 | ||
| Stadium beer + pie (1 each) | £5.00 + £4.00 | ||
| Accommodation (1 night) | 23.00 (Art Hostel “from”) | 32.00 (ibis budget example) | 95.00 (The Queens “from”) |
| Estimated total | 86.00 | 97.00 | 206.00 |
Bournemouth Fans Will Have to Pay ~£170 More Than Crystal Palace Fans to Watch the Premier League Opener
With an average of £217, Bournemouth fans have to pay the most to watch the Premier League opener against Liverpool at Anfield. This total also includes accommodation, due to the 8:00 PM kick-off.
Crystal Palace fans, meanwhile, are on the other end of the spectrum. They have to pay just £47 on average to catch the Premier League opening game against fellow London club Chelsea.
Refer to the table to check out which fans will have to pay the most, and which ones the least.
| Rank | Fans | Fixture | Average Cost (£) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crystal Palace | vs Chelsea | 47 |
| 2 | Fulham | vs Brighton & Hove Albion | 66 |
| 3 | Manchester City | vs Wolverhampton Wanderers | 70 |
| 4 | Brentford | vs Nottingham Forest | 93 |
| 5 | Everton | vs Leeds United | 97 |
| 6 | Arsenal | vs Manchester United | 98 |
| 7 | Burnley | vs Tottenham Hotspur | 100 |
| 8 | Newcastle United | vs Aston Villa | 114 |
| 9 | West Ham United | vs Sunderland | 123 |
| 10 | AFC Bournemouth | vs Liverpool | 217 |
