Premier League Returns on Saturday: Liverpool vs Man City Headlines Matchweek 6, With Malaysian Kick-Off Times
The Premier League is back on 10 October after a 19-day break. Leaders Man City visit unbeaten Liverpool on Sunday at 11.30pm Malaysian time.
The long wait is almost over. The Premier League returns this Saturday, 10 October, after a 19-day international break, and the first weekend back includes a trip to Anfield for the league leaders.
Why the break was so long
The Premier League says FIFA's revised calendar gave national teams a three-week window this autumn, so they could play up to four matches. In effect, the usual September and October breaks were merged into one longer pause.
The table at the break
According to Sports Illustrated's table after five matches:
- Manchester City: 15 points (five wins from five)
- Arsenal: 12
- Brighton: 10
- Brentford, Leeds United, Liverpool and Everton: 9 each
At the bottom, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham have two points each, with Coventry City and Bournemouth on three.
Champions Arsenal had their perfect start ended by a 3-0 defeat at Brighton just before the break. The Premier League also notes that Leeds are one of only five unbeaten teams, which they have not managed at this stage of a top-flight season since 2001/02.
The big one: Liverpool vs Manchester City
The standout fixture is on Sunday at Anfield, kicking off at 11.30pm Malaysian time (4.30pm UK time).
City arrive with a perfect record after a 5-3 win over Sunderland before the break. Liverpool are unbeaten in all competitions this season and won 1-0 at Bournemouth in their last match. Andoni Iraola is in charge at Anfield after moving from Bournemouth in the summer, and Enzo Maresca leads City. City have the better recent record in this fixture, including a 4-0 FA Cup quarter-final win last April.
Maresca holds his pre-match press conference on Friday, 9 October.
Other fixtures to watch
Arsenal vs Leeds United opens the weekend on Saturday. It puts the champions, looking to bounce back from Brighton, against a Leeds side that has not lost yet.
Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur is Saturday's late kick-off. Both clubs have struggled: United have five points and Spurs are bottom with two under their new management.
On Monday night, promoted Coventry City host Newcastle United.
Matchweek 6: confirmed TV fixtures in Malaysian time
- Saturday 10 October, 7.30pm: Arsenal vs Leeds United
- Sunday 11 October, 12.30am: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur
- Sunday 11 October, 9pm: Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
- Sunday 11 October, 9pm: Hull City vs Everton
- Sunday 11 October, 11.30pm: Liverpool vs Manchester City
- Tuesday 13 October, 3am: Coventry City vs Newcastle United
The other Saturday matches, including Chelsea vs Bournemouth and Ipswich Town vs Fulham, are listed for 3pm UK time, which is 10pm in Malaysia. Check the final schedule, as TV picks can move times.
Key takeaways
- The Premier League resumes on Saturday 10 October after a 19-day international break.
- Manchester City lead with 15 points from five games, three ahead of Arsenal.
- Liverpool vs Manchester City at Anfield kicks off at 11.30pm Sunday, Malaysian time.
- Arsenal host unbeaten Leeds, and bottom side Spurs visit Manchester United.
FAQ
When does the Premier League return? Saturday 10 October 2026, with Arsenal vs Leeds United the first match.
What time is Liverpool vs Man City in Malaysia? 11.30pm on Sunday 11 October (4.30pm UK time) at Anfield.
Why was there a three-week break? FIFA's revised international calendar merged the September and October windows into one longer break, giving national teams time for up to four matches.
Sources: Premier League, Manchester City FC, Sky Sports, Sports Illustrated