Why are United kicking off at midday?

Thursday 27 November 2025 14:34Manchester 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).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.Recommended:Thursday 27 November 2025 14:34Back to Top