Didn’t get enough professional soccer with the Euro 2024 last month? Well, you’re in luck: the English Premier League, the national league in which the incredible athletes you saw in the England vs. Spain final play, is back for its 33rd season!
You can watch all of your favorite Premier League clubs, like Manchester City, Liverpool, Leicester City and Arsenal compete for the coveted Premier League Trophy on DIRECTV. Here’s your guide to watching all of the action on the pitch from now until May!
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Table of Contents:
- English Premier League Overview
- How to Watch the Premier League Season?
- 2024-25 Premier League Schedule
- Premier League Teams
- Which Are the Best Premier League Teams Right Now?
What is the English Premier League?
The English Premier League (EPL) is the pinnacle of English football. It’s home to some of the world’s top soccer talent and some of the most famous, successful and storied clubs in the world, including Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.
The Premier League was established in 1992 after the top division of the English Football League (EFL) broke off and formed its own league. Teams from the EFL are occasionally promoted to the EPL. The Premier League hosts 20 clubs from across England and sees some of the most dynamic, competitive play of any league in the world.
Some of the world’s top footballers have come out of or played in the Premier League, including David Beckham, Harry Kane, Cristiano Ronaldo, Alan Shearer and Thierry Henry.
When Does the 2024-2025 Premier League Season Start?
This year, play started on August 17, 2024. The season will end on May 25, 2025.
How Long is the Premier League Season?
The Premier League’s season runs from August until May of the next year. This makes the EPL’s season one of the longer seasons in the world, as far as pro sports go.
How to Watch the Premier League in the U.S.
Premier League games can be viewed on NBC (Check local listings) and USA (Channel 242) on DIRECTV. You can also stream games on Peacock.
Full 2024-2025 Premier League Schedule
If you just can’t get enough Premier League soccer, here’s the full season schedule. Remember, all of the action is available on NBC, USA and Peacock with your DIRECTV subscription.
Matchweek 36
| Date | Teams | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 10 May 2025 | AFC Bournemouth vs Aston Villa | 10am |
| Fulham vs Everton | 10am | |
| Ipswich Town vs Brentford | 10am | |
| Liverpool vs Arsenal | 10am | |
| Man Utd vs West Ham | 10am | |
| Newcastle United vs Chelsea | 10am | |
| Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City | 10am | |
| Southampton vs Man City | 10am | |
| Spurs vs Crystal Palace | 10am | |
| Wolves vs Brighton | 10am |
Matchweek 37
| Date | Teams | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 18 May 2025 | Arsenal vs Newcastle United | 10am |
| Aston Villa vs Spurs | 10am | |
| Brentford vs Fulham | 10am | |
| Brighton vs Liverpool | 10am | |
| Chelsea vs Man Utd | 10am | |
| Crystal Palace vs Wolves | 10am | |
| Everton vs Southampton | 10am | |
| Leicester City vs Ipswich Town | 10am | |
| Man City vs AFC Bournemouth | 10am | |
| West Ham vs Nottingham Forest | 10am |
Matchweek 38
| Date | Teams | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 25 May 2025 | AFC Bournemouth vs Leicester City | 11am |
| Fulham vs Man City | 11am | |
| Ipswich Town vs West Ham | 11am | |
| Liverpool vs Crystal Palace | 11am | |
| Man Utd vs Aston Villa | 11am | |
| Newcastle United vs Everton | 11am | |
| Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea | 11am | |
| Southampton vs Arsenal | 11am | |
| Spurs vs Brighton | 11am | |
| Wolves vs Brentford | 11am |
Premier League Teams
The Premier League is home to 20 clubs, and which ones they are can change by the season as some teams are relegated out and others are invited into the league. Here’s the list for the 2024-2025 season:
- Arsenal
- Aston Villa
- Bournemouth
- Brentford
- Brighton
- Chelsea
- Crystal Palace
- Everton
- Fulham
- Ipswich Town (newly added)
- Leicester City (newly added)
- Liverpool
- Manchester City (defending champions)
- Manchester United
- Newcastle
- Nottingham Forest
- Southampton (newly added)
- Tottenham
- West Ham
- Wolverhampton
Who Won the 2024-2025 Premier League Title?
Liverpool won the 2025 Premier League title on April 26 after defeating Tottenham Hotspur with three weeks of play remaining in the season.
Which Are the Best Premier League Teams Right Now?
So, which of these teams are currently the best in the league?
Manchester City has been the best over the last few years, winning the last four Premier League titles in a row, the only team to have ever done so in the league’s history. Their quest for a fifth was ended by Liverpool this year, though.
The Big Four
Manchester City has been remarkable success, but there are four other teams that are known collectively as the “Big Four” of the Premier League, and they’re perennial contenders. They are:
- Arsenal
- Chelsea
- Liverpool
- Manchester United
The Big Six
Adding two of the league’s other top performers season after season rounds out the list of best EPL teams to six:
- Manchester City
- Tottenham Hotspur
Which Teams Have Won the Most Premier League Championships?
Manchester United and Liverpool have the most titles, with a whopping 20 championship wins each. They’re followed by Arsenal (13) and Manchester City (10). Chelsea, the other member of the Big Four, has 6 wins, while Big Six member Tottenham Hotspur has just two.
Watch Premier League Soccer on DIRECTV
Don’t miss a single penalty kick, flagrant foul or miraculous block on the 2024-2025 English Premier League season! Catch your favorite club’s matches on DIRECTV.
Check out our complete soccer schedule and find more information on viewing sports on DIRECTV
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teams are in the English Premier League?
There are 20 teams, or clubs, in the Premier League.
Which club has won the most Premier League titles?
Manchester United holds the most Premier League titles.
When was the Premier League founded?
The English Premier League was founded in 1992.
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