The Premier League weekend brings ten fixtures across three days, with Chelsea–Manchester United, Manchester City–Brighton and Liverpool–Arsenal providing the headline attractions. The round also offers important points for clubs trying to settle into the table before the November international break approaches.
Matchweek 9 starts on Saturday, October 31, and finishes on Monday, November 2. Chelsea welcome Manchester United at lunchtime, Manchester City host Brighton in the afternoon and Liverpool meet Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday. All times below are UK time (GMT); India viewers should add five hours and thirty minutes.
Saturday, October 31: eight fixtures
| Kick-off (GMT) | Fixture | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 | Chelsea vs Manchester United | 6:00 p.m. |
| 15:00 | Bournemouth vs Leeds United | 8:30 p.m. |
| 15:00 | Brentford vs Nottingham Forest | 8:30 p.m. |
| 15:00 | Coventry City vs Sunderland | 8:30 p.m. |
| 15:00 | Hull City vs Ipswich Town | 8:30 p.m. |
| 15:00 | Manchester City vs Brighton | 8:30 p.m. |
| 17:30 | Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace | 11:00 p.m. |
| 20:00 | Aston Villa vs Fulham | Nov 1 · 1:30 a.m. |
Sunday, November 1: Liverpool vs Arsenal
| Kick-off (GMT) | Fixture | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 16:30 | Liverpool vs Arsenal | 10:00 p.m. |
Sunday’s Anfield meeting is the weekend’s standout fixture. Both sides will want to control the middle of the pitch, but the game may be decided by how well they defend the space behind their full-backs. Liverpool’s ability to pressure the first pass and Arsenal’s capacity to play through that pressure will shape the rhythm.
Monday, November 2: Newcastle vs Everton
| Kick-off (GMT) | Fixture | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | Newcastle United vs Everton | Nov 3 · 1:30 a.m. |
Latest team news and form watch
Published team-news round-ups ahead of Saturday’s fixtures list Reece James and João Pedro among Chelsea’s injury concerns, while Moisés Caicedo and Malo Gusto are doubts. Manchester United are reported to be without Luke Shaw, Benjamin Šeško, Manuel Ugarte and Patrick Dorgu; Kobbie Mainoo and Marcus Rashford are listed as doubts. Bruno Fernandes is expected to return, subject to the confirmed team sheet.
Across the weekend, Manchester City arrive after five consecutive wins, with Erling Haaland leading the league scoring charts on nine goals according to the latest Guardian team-news round-up. Arsenal have won five of their last six, while Liverpool have four wins in six. Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma is among the players listed with an injury concern, and Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka is also reported as doubtful. Team news can change after final training sessions, so confirmed lineups should take precedence.
Chelsea vs Manchester United kicks off at 12:30 p.m. GMT on Saturday. The India kick-off time is 6:00 p.m. IST.
Four matches to watch closely
Chelsea vs Manchester United: a response is needed
Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge after a league defeat at Everton, while United arrive looking to steady their form. The midfield battle and the space left by advancing full-backs may be decisive. The winner could gain valuable momentum before the next round of fixtures.
Read the full Chelsea vs Manchester United preview for the team-news notes and tactical matchups.
Manchester City vs Brighton: control against a brave press
City’s possession game will be tested by Brighton’s willingness to press and attack quickly after a turnover. If City can play through the first line, space may open for runners between the lines. Brighton’s chance will be to force mistakes and make its transitions count.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace: London derby intensity
The late Saturday fixture brings a local rivalry with the potential to become a tight contest. Set pieces, second balls and defensive concentration are likely to matter in a match where both teams will want to build confidence.
Liverpool vs Arsenal: the weekend’s defining test
The Anfield fixture brings two clubs with ambitions near the top of the table. Liverpool will look to set the tempo through pressing and quick attacks, while Arsenal will aim to stay composed under pressure and exploit the spaces that open when the hosts commit numbers forward.
What the table could tell us after Matchweek 9
With ten fixtures spread from Saturday lunchtime through Monday night, the round has the potential to reshape the middle and upper sections of the table. Direct meetings between major clubs are particularly valuable because they offer three points to one side while denying them to another. Still, the impact will depend on the results across the full weekend, not just the headline fixtures.
Kick-off times in this guide are shown in GMT. India is five hours and thirty minutes ahead in IST. The Monday night match therefore begins at 1:30 a.m. IST on Tuesday, November 3.
Sportimatic outlook
Matchweek 9 offers a useful snapshot of the Premier League’s early-season landscape. Chelsea–United is a test of response and confidence, City–Brighton is a tactical contest between possession and pressure, and Liverpool–Arsenal could have a major impact on the title conversation. The most consistent teams across the full round—not just the biggest names—will come away with the strongest weekend.
Sources and further reading
Fixture list checked October 30, 2026. All times are GMT unless marked otherwise. Fixtures may be amended; consult the Premier League match centre for live updates.
