As of March 18, 2025, here are the latesupdates from the Premier League:
Manchester United Announces Season Ticket Price Increase
Manchester United has announced a 5% increase in season ticket prices for the 2025-26 season, marking the third consecutive year of such hikes. The club cites rising operating costs as the primary reason for this adjustment, which translates to approximately £2.50 more per match ticket. Notably, this increase does not apply to under-16s. The Manchester United Supporters Trust has expressed disappointment over the decision, advocating for a price freeze similar to those implemented by other clubs. The club is currently dealing with financial challenges, including a debt exceeding £1 billion and plans for a new £2 billion, 100,000-seat stadium.
Premier League Condemns Racist Abuse Towards Chelsea's Wesley Fofana
The Premier League has condemned the racial abuse directed at Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana on social media following the team's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal. Fofana shared screenshots of the offensive messages, highlighting the persistent issue of online abuse. The Premier League has pledged full support to Fofana and Chelsea, emphasizing collaboration with social media platforms and authorities to identify and punish those responsible. Chelsea has also expressed disgust over the increasing online racial abuse of their players, reaffirming their stance that such behavior is intolerable.
Tottenham Hotspur's Managerial Situation Under Scrutiny
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou is under pressure following a challenging Premier League season, with the team suffering 15 defeats. Chairman Daniel Levy has reportedly identified Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola as the top candidate to replace Postecoglou if necessary. Other potential targets include Marco Silva of Fulham and Thomas Frank of Brentford, though they have considerable release clauses. Despite current struggles, Spurs remain in the Europa League quarter-finals, offering a potential avenue for redemption as the season progresses.
Chelsea Signs Geovany Quenda; Loan Back to Sporting Lisbon
Chelsea has secured the signing of 17-year-old Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon in a £42 million deal. Quenda has signed a seven-year contract with an option for an eighth year but will spend the 2025-26 season on loan back at Sporting. Due to UEFA rules, Chelsea has no control over whether Quenda can play against them in European competitions while on loan. If both teams qualify for the Champions League, Quenda could potentially face Chelsea. This rule differs from the Premier League, where loaned players cannot face their parent clubs. Quenda was also a target for Manchester United, but they did not make a formal bid.
Upcoming Premier League Fixtures
The Premier League has an exciting lineup of matches scheduled for the remainder of March 2025. Here's a look at the upcoming fixtures:
## EPL Schedule - Fulham FC @ Arsenal FC on Tuesday, Apr 01, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - West Ham United @ Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday, Apr 01, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Manchester United @ Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, Apr 01, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT - Ipswich Town @ AFC Bournemouth on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Aston Villa @ Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Leicester City @ Manchester City on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Brentford FC @ Newcastle United on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Crystal Palace @ Southampton FC on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 11:45 AM PDT - Everton FC @ Liverpool FC on Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT - Tottenham Hotspur @ Chelsea FC on Thursday, Apr 03, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT - Arsenal FC @ Everton FC on Saturday, Apr 05, 2025 at 04:30 AM PDT - Brighton & Hove Albion @ Crystal Palace on Saturday, Apr 05, 2025 at 07:00 AM PDT - Wolverhampton Wanderers @ Ipswich Town on Saturday, Apr 05, 2025 at 07:00 AM PDT - AFC Bournemouth @ West Ham United on Saturday, Apr 05, 2025 at 07:00 AM PDT - Nottingham Forest @ Aston Villa on Saturday, Apr 05, 2025 at 09:30 AM PDT - Chelsea FC @ Brentford FC on Sunday, Apr 06, 2025 at 06:00 AM PDT - Liverpool FC @ Fulham FC on Sunday, Apr 06, 2025 at 06:00 AM PDT - Southampton FC @ Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, Apr 06, 2025 at 06:00 AM PDT - Manchester City @ Manchester United on Sunday, Apr 06, 2025 at 08:30 AM PDT
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