Arsenal v. Manchester United kicks off the Premier League weekend in style, as two of England’s greatest rivals lock horns at Old Trafford.

With both sides investing heavily over the summer and aiming to start the 2025/26 campaign with a statement victory, this clash promises high intensity, tactical intrigue, and plenty of drama for fans around the globe.

What channel is Arsenal v. Manchester United on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time

Check out how to watch Arsenal v. Manchester United in the Premier League, including full TV listings, radio coverage and live streaming options.

Manchester United begin Ruben Amorim’s first full season with renewed optimism, bolstered by a wave of summer arrivals.

Arsenal, meanwhile, arrive at Old Trafford eyeing a statement win to fuel their title ambitions under Mikel Arteta.

The Red Devils are seen as slight underdogs but possess counter-attacking firepower that could trouble the Gunners, while Arsenal’s mix of youthful flair and new experience makes them one of the strongest squads in the division.

TV Channels broadcasting Arsenal v. Manchester United

Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage beginning from 4:00pm ahead of the 4:30pm kick-off.

• UK: Sky Sports Premier League / Main Event
• USA: NBC Sports / Peacock
• MENA Region: beIN Sports
• Australia: Optus Sport
• Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport

Sky Sports can be added to any Sky TV package for £22 per month, or bundled with Netflix and other sports channels for £43.

Live streaming and digital options for Arsenal v. Manchester United

Subscribers can stream the game via Sky Go on mobile, tablets, and smart devices. Alternative options include:

• NOW TV: £14.99 (day pass) or £34.99 (monthly membership), available on smart TVs, computers, and consoles.
• Peacock Premium: U.S. streaming access for Premier League matches.
• beIN Connect: Digital streaming service in the Middle East and North Africa.
• Optus Sport app: Available across devices in Australia.

For international fans, a secure VPN may be useful to access local broadcaster streams while abroad.

Arsenal v. Manchester United: Match date and kick-off times

The clash takes place on Sunday, 17th August 2025 at Old Trafford.

Kick-off times across major regions:

• UK: 4:30 pm BST
• USA (East Coast): 11:30 am ET
• USA (West Coast): 8:30 am PT
• Spain/Europe (CET): 5:30 pm
• Australia: 1:30 am AEST (Monday)

Listen to Arsenal v. Manchester United on radio

The match will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 5 Live, available on DAB radio, MW frequencies (693/909/990 kHz), or online via the BBC website and BBC Sounds app.