Manchester United’s April Premier League Schedule Adjusted
Manchester United has recently been informed of new dates and kick-off times for four of their Premier League fixtures in April. These changes come as part of the Premier League’s latest TV selections, which often require scheduling adjustments to fit broadcast schedules. Despite this, the Old Trafford meeting with Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, April 19, remains unchanged, set to kick off at 15:00 BST.
Nottingham Forest Match Gets a New Time Slot
One of the altered fixtures is United’s trip to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest. The match, originally scheduled for April 1 at 19:45 BST, has been pushed back by 15 minutes to kick off at 20:00 BST. The reverse fixture, which ended in a 3-2 loss for United, saw goals from Rasmus Hojlund and Bruno Fernandes, but they were not enough to overcome strikes from Nikola Milenkovic, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Chris Wood. This loss was particularly significant as it was followed by the shocking dismissal of Dan Ashworth from his role as United’s sporting director.
Manchester Derby Moves to Sunday
Five days after their match against Forest, United will host Manchester City at Old Trafford in a high-stakes derby. Originally set for a 15:00 BST kick-off on Saturday, April 5, the match has now been rescheduled to a 16:30 BST start on Sunday, April 6. The game will be part of Sky Sports’ Super Sunday coverage and will follow the earlier clash between Fulham and Liverpool. The reverse fixture at the Etihad Stadium in December kicked off at the same time. United will aim to complete a league double over the reigning champions, having secured a 2-1 victory in December.
Newcastle United Match Adjusted for Sky Sports
The fixture against Newcastle United at St James’ Park, originally planned for April 12 at 15:00 BST, has been moved to Sunday, April 13, with a 16:30 BST kick-off. This game will also be part of Sky Sports’ Super Sunday coverage. United will be looking to continue their strong form in away games, aiming to secure a positive result against Newcastle.
Bournemouth Match to Follow on April 27
United will conclude their April fixtures with a trip to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Sunday, April 27, with a kick-off time of 14:00 BST. This match will be broadcast on Sky Sports. It’s worth noting that this fixture may be rescheduled if either Bournemouth or United advances to the FA Cup semi-finals.
A Month of High-Stakes Matches
These adjustments mean that United will face a challenging and exciting April, with key fixtures that could significantly impact their league standings. The Manchester derby, in particular, will be a pivotal match, given the intense rivalry and the stakes involved. United’s fans will be eagerly anticipating these games, hoping to see their team perform at their best and secure crucial points. The club’s management and players will need to be well-prepared to navigate this demanding schedule, balancing physical and mental resilience to achieve their goals.
