The English Premier League returns with Matchweek 7 running from Saturday, October 17, to Monday, October 19, 2026, featuring 10 fixtures as clubs resume their campaigns following the international break.

According to the Premier League’s official fixture list, Everton will host Chelsea in Saturday’s opening match, with the remaining games spread across the weekend and Monday evening.

Saturday’s programme also includes Brentford against Liverpool, Fulham versus Hull City, Manchester City against Ipswich Town, and Newcastle United taking on Aston Villa.

Manchester City will be looking to extend their perfect start to the league season. According to the Premier League’s official Matchweek 7 preview, City won their opening six league matches and head into the weekend seeking a seventh consecutive victory.

Liverpool, meanwhile, face a difficult test away to Brentford as they look to improve their early-season form.

Sunday’s fixtures include Bournemouth against Sunderland, Brighton and Hove Albion versus Crystal Palace, Leeds United against Manchester United, and Nottingham Forest hosting Arsenal.

The Leeds versus Manchester United encounter is among the weekend’s notable fixtures. The Premier League reports that Manchester United have struggled for consistency, while Leeds will look to use their home advantage to secure a positive result.

Brighton will also aim to capitalise on their attacking form when they welcome Crystal Palace in a local rivalry, while Arsenal travel to Nottingham Forest seeking valuable points in the title race.

Matchweek 7 concludes on Monday, October 19, when Tottenham Hotspur host Coventry City. Coventry enter the fixture after recording a 4-1 victory over Newcastle United in Matchweek 6, according to the league’s published results and preview.

The upcoming round offers clubs an opportunity to strengthen their league positions, recover from disappointing results, and build momentum as the 2026/27 campaign progresses.

All fixtures and dates in this report are based on the Premier League’s published schedule and official Matchweek 7 preview.

Sources: "Premier League Matchweek 7 fixtures" (https://www.premierleague.com/en/matches/premier-league/2026-27/matchweek-7) | "Official Matchweek 7 preview" (https://www.premierleague.com/en/news/4737266/ten-key-questions-for-matchweek-7s-fixtures)

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