Why are United kicking off at midday?

Thursday 27 November 2025 14:34

Manchester United's Premier League game at Crystal Palace will kick off at the unusual time of 12:00 GMT on Sunday.

The midday start gives Ruben Amorim's side the chance to respond to Monday's disappointing 1-0 home reverse to 10-man Everton at Old Trafford.

The fixture in the capital was originally selected by TNT Sports for live coverage and their regular slot of 12:30 GMT on Saturday. However, the Eagles have a UEFA Conference League assignment, away to Strasbourg tonight (Thursday).

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The clash in France kicks off at 21:00 local time (20:00 GMT) and, with the Premier League attempting to ensure teams have at least 60 hours gap between matches, the switch to Sunday now means there is a 64-hour difference for Oliver Glasner's men.

As a consequence of our outing at Selhurst Park, three of the later top-flight games have been pushed back to start at 14:05 GMT, to avoid any potential overlap.

Aston Villa face Wolverhampton Wanderers, Nottingham Forest entertain Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United host Liverpool.

The London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal remains at 16:30 GMT.

SUNDAY'S PREMIER LEAGUE FIXTURES

Crystal Palace v UNITED (12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa v Wolves
Nottingham Forest v Brighton & Hove Albion
West Ham United v Liverpool
Chelsea v Arsenal (16:30 GMT)

Kick-offs 14:05 GMT unless stated.

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