Gary Lineker presents Match of the Day as the Premier League returns for the 2024/25 season, with highlights from the opening seven fixtures. This episode airs on BBC One on Saturday, 17 August 2024, at 10:20 PM.
The season kicks off with a highly anticipated match between newly promoted Ipswich Town and Liverpool. Ipswich, led by manager Kieran McKenna, makes their return to the Premier League after a 22-year absence, having achieved back-to-back promotions from League One and the Championship. They face a formidable challenge in their first game back, as Liverpool debuts their new manager, Arne Slot, who takes over from Jurgen Klopp.
The episode also includes highlights from other exciting matches: Arsenal takes on Wolves, West Ham United faces Aston Villa, and Manchester United goes head-to-head with Fulham in Friday’s clash.
Match of the Day airs Saturday, 17 August 2024, at 10:20 PM on BBC One.
