The Premier League's fixture changes for Matchweek 37 have been announced, with a particular focus on the rescheduled Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace match. This game, originally set for Saturday, March 21, has been postponed due to Manchester City's involvement in the EFL Cup final that weekend. The new date for this fixture is Wednesday, May 13, with the match kicking off at 8:00 PM BST and broadcast on Sky Sports.
The Premier League's schedule adjustments also include rescheduling matches involving teams participating in cup finals. On May 16, Manchester City and Chelsea will play in the FA Cup final, leading to the postponement of their respective Premier League games. The AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City and Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur matches, originally scheduled for Sunday, May 17, have been moved to Tuesday, May 19.
Here's a breakdown of the amended fixtures for Matchweek 37:
Friday, May 15
- 8:00 PM BST: Aston Villa vs. Liverpool/Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest (Sky Sports)
Sunday, May 17
- 12:30 PM BST: Aston Villa vs. Liverpool/Manchester United vs. Nottingham Forest (Sky Sports)
- 3:00 PM BST: Brentford vs. Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)
- 3:00 PM BST: Everton vs. Sunderland (Sky Sports)
- 3:00 PM BST: Leeds United vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (Sky Sports)
- 3:00 PM BST: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Fulham (Sky Sports)
- 5:30 PM BST: Newcastle United vs. West Ham United (Sky Sports)
Monday, May 18
- 8:00 PM BST: Arsenal vs. Burnley (Sky Sports)
Tuesday, May 19
- 7:30 PM BST: AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City (Sky Sports)
- 8:15 PM BST: Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur (Sky Sports)
These fixture changes ensure that all teams have a fair chance to compete and that the league's schedule remains balanced, despite the disruptions caused by cup finals.