The FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester City takes centre stage at Wembley this afternoon, meaning there are no Premier League fixtures scheduled for today.
The Premier League has staggered its fixtures across the penultimate weekend of the season, starting with Liverpool's trip to Aston Villa on Friday and concluding with a London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham on Tuesday night. The Blues vs Spurs clash and Manchester City's visit to Bournemouth have been rearranged due to the FA Cup final.
In 2024, the Premier League and the Football Association agreed that FA Cup final day would be a 'Premier League-free day' to preserve the magic of the cup. FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: 'The Emirates FA Cup is our biggest asset and generates over 60 per cent of our revenue to invest into the game, so it is critical to secure a strong format for the future.'
Instead of the usual Saturday schedule, Manchester United, Crystal Palace, Everton, Leeds and West Ham will play on Sunday. On Monday night, league leaders Arsenal host already-relegated Burnley, aiming to take a big step towards clinching the title.
