As the curtain rises on the 2024/25 Premier League season, the opening weekend has almost wrapped up, offering a thrilling mix of matches, standout debuts, and early indications of what lies ahead. From Manchester United’s smooth start to Manchester City’s commanding win over Chelsea, here’s a look back at the action so far.

Premier League 2024/25 Opening Weekend Recap:

Friday, August 16:

Manchester United 1 – 0 Fulham: Manchester United kicked off their season with a solid victory over Fulham at Old Trafford, hinting at a promising campaign with a dominant performance.

Saturday, August 17:

Ipswich Town 0 – 2 Liverpool: In their first match back in the top flight, newly-promoted Ipswich Town gave a spirited performance but fell short against Liverpool. Arne Slot marked his debut as Liverpool’s head coach with a successful outing.
Arsenal 2 – 0 Wolves: Arsenal began their season with a confident win at home, demonstrating their attacking capabilities. Bukayo Saka shone brightly, earning the Man of the Match honours.
Everton 0 – 3 Brighton: Everton and Brighton played a hard-fought encounter, but Brighton came up on top.
Newcastle United 1 – 0 Southampton: Newcastle United started strong with a victory over Southampton at home, signalling their ambition to compete at the top this season.
Nottingham Forest 1 – 1 AFC Bournemouth: Nottingham Forest and AFC Bournemouth engaged in an entertaining draw, both teams showcasing their offensive intent.
West Ham United 1 – 2 Aston Villa: Aston Villa earned a tight win on the road against West Ham, underlining their defensive solidity.

Sunday, August 18:

Brentford 2 – 1 Crystal Palace: Brentford edged out Crystal Palace with a 2-1 victory in a thrilling contest, proving their mettle against seasoned opponents.
Chelsea 0 – 2 Manchester City: Manchester City began their title defence with a strong 2-0 win at Chelsea, underscoring their dominance and presenting a significant challenge for Enzo Maresca in his first season at the helm for Chelsea.

Monday, August 19:

Leicester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur: The opening weekend wraps up tonight with Leicester City taking on Tottenham Hotspur. Both teams will be eager to kick off their campaigns with a win.

The first weekend has already delivered its fair share of excitement and surprises, with one more match to come. As new managers settle in, fresh signings take to the field, and storylines begin to unfold, this Premier League season promises to be one for the books.