The Premier League fixtures for the 23/24 season have now been released, and while they will of course be changed throughout the course of the season to accommodate broadcasting requirements, we at least have a rough idea of how the season will play out.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Leandro Trossard after scoring the team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 02: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates with teammate Leandro Trossard after scoring the team’s second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
  • Arsenal’s Premier League 23/24 fixtures have been released, with key clashes against Tottenham, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Newcastle highlighted.
  • Arsenal will face Manchester United and Tottenham in September, marking the beginning of a series of high-stakes matches.
  • The Gunners will host Liverpool and Newcastle in February and March, respectively, while the season ends with significant games against Tottenham in April and Manchester United in May.

The 23/24 Premier League season is upon us

Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus (C) celebrates with Arsenal's Belgian midfielder Leandro Trossard (R) and Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka after scoring his team's fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023.(Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)
Arsenal’s Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus (C) celebrates with Arsenal’s Belgian midfielder Leandro Trossard (R) and Arsenal’s Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka after scoring his team’s fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023.(Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

As the new football season inches closer, the fixture list for Arsenal reveals a string of exciting games. The Gunners will face-off against top-tier rivals in the Premier League, promising a captivating 23/24 season.

Initial challenges and high-stakes games

The action starts in earnest in August with Arsenal opening against Nottingham Forest.

In September, Arsenal host Manchester United and Tottenham in quick succession, two matches that will set the tone for the club’s campaign.

The month will close with a visit to Bournemouth, marking a string of crucial early encounters.

Consecutive heavyweight clashes in October

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 03: Ilkay Guendogan of Manchester City celebrates with the FA Cup Trophy after the team's victory during the Emirates FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on June 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 03: Ilkay Guendogan of Manchester City celebrates with the FA Cup Trophy after the team’s victory during the Emirates FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on June 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

October will see Arsenal face Manchester City at home, followed by a significant away game against Chelsea. These back-to-back heavyweight clashes will serve as a real test of the team’s title credentials.

Key battles in the heart of the season

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Alexander Isak of Newcastle challenges Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 07: Alexander Isak of Newcastle challenges Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

In November, Arsenal will travel to Newcastle in what promises to be a challenging fixture.

Arsenal host Liverpool in early February, followed by Newcastle later in the same month.

Season climax with high-profile clashes

Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka (R) celebrates after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 22, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)
Arsenal’s English midfielder Bukayo Saka (R) celebrates after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 22, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

As the season draws to a close, Arsenal fans will be eyeing the key fixtures in April and May.

The Gunners host Tottenham in April, a match that could have serious implications in the race for European places.

In May, they travel to Manchester United before ending the season with a home game against Everton.

As Arsenal gear up for the new Premier League season, the fixture list presents an exciting challenge. With pivotal games against the top-flight clubs spread throughout the season, every match will be crucial in their quest for glory.

Champions League

A nice quirk of the fixture list means Arsenal will play at home after each of their Champions League group games.

Arsenal 23/24 Premier League Fixtures in full

  • August 12: Arsenal v Nottm Forest
  • August 19: Crystal Palace v Arsenal
  • August 26: Arsenal v Fulham
  • September 02: Arsenal v Man Utd
  • September 16: Everton v Arsenal
  • September 23: Arsenal v Tottenham
  • September 30: A.F.C. Bournemouth v Arsenal
  • October 07: Arsenal v Man City
  • October 21: Chelsea v Arsenal
  • October 28: Arsenal v Sheff Utd
  • November 04: Newcastle v Arsenal
  • November 11: Arsenal v Burnley
  • November 25: Brentford v Arsenal
  • December 02: Arsenal v Wolverhampton
  • December 05: Luton v Arsenal
  • December 09: Aston Villa v Arsenal
  • December 16: Arsenal v Brighton
  • December 23: Liverpool v Arsenal
  • December 26: Arsenal v West Ham
  • December 30: Fulham v Arsenal
  • January 13: Arsenal v Crystal Palace
  • January 30: Nottm Forest v Arsenal
  • February 03: Arsenal v Liverpool
  • February 10: West Ham v Arsenal
  • February 17: Burnley v Arsenal
  • February 24: Arsenal v Newcastle
  • March 02: Sheff Utd v Arsenal
  • March 09: Arsenal v Brentford
  • March 16: Arsenal v Chelsea
  • March 30: Man City v Arsenal
  • April 02: Arsenal v Luton
  • April 06: Brighton v Arsenal
  • April 13: Arsenal v Aston Villa
  • April 20: Wolverhampton v Arsenal
  • April 27: Tottenham v Arsenal
  • May 04: Arsenal v A.F.C. Bournemouth
  • May 11: Man Utd v Arsenal
  • May 19: Arsenal v Everton