Get your calendars out, United fans! The Premier League has officially confirmed the broadcast schedule for April 2026, and Michael Carrick’s side is set for a month of primetime drama.
As of Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the Red Devils have seen three of their most critical fixtures—including the Pennines Derby and a Top 4 showdown at Stamford Bridge—reshuffled for Sky Sports and TNT Sports.
Man Utd vs Leeds United,"Monday, April 13",20:00,Sky Sports
Chelsea vs Man Utd,"Saturday, April 18",20:00,TNT Sports
Man Utd vs Brentford,"Monday, April 27",20:00,Sky Sports
The Tactical Outlook: High Stakes & Monday Blues
The rearrangement brings some unique challenges for Michael Carrick as he chases a return to the Champions League:
The Monday Night Habit: United will play on Monday night twice in April. While this gives the squad extra recovery time after the March international break, it puts immense pressure on them to "react" to the results of their Top 4 rivals (Aston Villa and Liverpool) over the preceding weekends.
The Stamford Bridge Late Show: The 8pm Saturday slot for the trip to Chelsea is set to be the centerpiece of a "Super Saturday." With Chelsea currently just 3 points behind United, this is being billed as a potential "Champions League Play-off."
Fixture Congestion: These moves are still "subject to change" depending on United’s progress in the FA Cup (Quarter-finals scheduled for April 4-5) and potential European commitments.
The Verdict: The Premier League is clearly leaning into the "Carrick Revolution," handing United two high-profile Monday Night Football slots. These games will be vital in maintaining the momentum that has seen them match the all-time record for points in a manager's first nine games.