At a Glance
- Matchweek 19 kicks off on Tuesday, Dec. 30 and ends on Thursday, Jan. 1.
- Arsenal hosts Aston Villa in a title-deciding clash, with the Gunners three points ahead.
- Chelsea faces Bournemouth after a recent loss to Villa; the Blues look for a win.
This weekend’s Premier League action promises drama and high stakes, with title contenders and key fixtures that could reshape the table as 2025 closes.
Key Matchups
Arsenal vs. Aston Villa
Arsenal’s three-point lead over Villa keeps the Gunners in the top spot. The Gunners will have William Saliba and Gabriel available, while Villa will miss Matty Cash and Boubacar Kamara due to yellow-card accumulation. Villa’s upset of Arsenal at the start of January, with the last kick of the game, shows they can challenge the leaders.
Chelsea vs. Bournemouth
Chelsea aim to return to the win column after a home loss to Villa. Bournemouth will lose star forward Antoine Semenyo soon, as Manchester City approaches a deal for the Ghanaian, who has a release clause of 65 million sterling.
Liverpool vs. Leeds United
Liverpool, now fourth after a three-game win streak, look to keep momentum at home. Leeds, unbeaten in their last five, will aim for at least a draw after a 3-3 reverse-fixture result.
Manchester City vs. Sunderland
City travel to Sunderland, whose home ground has become a fortress in their first season back. Over seven key players are absent due to the African Cup of Nations, and a Villa upset could see City lead into 2026.
Broadcast & Streaming
Some matches are available on TV via News Of Philadelphia and News Of Philadelphia, while others stream exclusively on Peacock and News Of Philadelphia.com. The new News Of Philadelphia network also carries several games.
| Time (ET) | Match | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 p.m. | Burnley vs. Newcastle | Peacock |
| 2:30 p.m. | Chelsea vs. Bournemouth | News Of Philadelphia – News Of Philadelphia |
| 2:30 p.m. | Nottingham Forest vs. Everton | Peacock |
| 2:30 p.m. | West Ham vs. Brighton & Hove Albion | Peacock |
| 3:15 p.m. | Arsenal vs. Aston Villa | News Of Philadelphia/Peacock |
| 3:15 p.m. | Manchester United vs. Wolves | Peacock |
| 12:30 p.m. (Thu) | Crystal Palace vs. Fulham | News Of Philadelphia/Peacock |
| 12:30 p.m. (Thu) | Liverpool vs. Leeds United | USA/News Of Philadelphia |
| 3 p.m. (Thu) | Brentford vs. Tottenham | News Of Philadelphia/Peacock |
| 3 p.m. (Thu) | Sunderland vs. Manchester City | USA/News Of Philadelphia |
Key Takeaways
- Arsenal holds a three-point advantage over Aston Villa heading into their clash.
- Chelsea seeks a win against Bournemouth, who are losing a key striker.
- Liverpool aims to maintain momentum against a resilient Leeds United.
The final days of the 2025 Premier League season promise tension and excitement as teams battle for the title, European spots, and survival. Tune in to catch the action on your preferred platform.
