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A beginners guide to Premier League Football
The Premier League is the biggest and most prestigious football championship in the world and as such a huge event, there’s a lot for beginners and new fans to learn about these games. From the points system to how teams are selected, knowing these facts will help you better understand the game which makes for a much more fun viewing experience.
Whether you’re a newcomer to the Premier League fan club or you’re looking to refresh your knowledge, in this guide we’re going to take you through all the information and rules you need to know about the Premier League to get you ready for the upcoming 2025/26 season.
What is the Premier League
There’s a good chance you already have some knowledge of the Premier Football League as it’s the most-watched football league in the world. The Premier League started in 1992 and consists of 20 teams all battling it out to be crowned the champion. Each team plays 38 games and previous champions have won as many as 30 out of 38 games, so it’s tough competition - making it a thrilling experience for all fans.
The Premier League screens in over 200 countries and is known to attract top football stars from all around the world. It also attracts more fans to stadiums than any other league making it rated the number-one league in Europe.
When does the Premier League start?
The Premier League starts in around August of each year, in the 2025/26 season it will start on the 16th of August and is played over a 9 month period.
When does the Premier League end?
The 2025/26 Premier League season will end on 24th of May when one club will be crowned the champions of England as three clubs will be relegated to England's second-tier championship. The May end date allows players a substantial amount of time (up to 83 days) before the next season begins.
How Does the Premier League Work
The Premier League works on an organised point system. This means that the club that scores the most points over their 38 games wins the season and will become the champions. However, where there are teams with an equal number of points then their league position is determined by who scored the most goals.
How is the Premier League Scored?
The Premier League points system isn’t just about how many goals are scored, the points system is solely based on the outcome of the match. Even if a team only scores one goal, if they win the match then they will still get the most points. We’ve included an overview of the points system below:
- Victory - 3 Points
- Draw - 1 Point
- Loss - 0 Points
How do clubs get into the premier league?
At the end of every championship campaign, the top two teams are automatically promoted to the Premier League for the next season. Leaving the third to sixth-placed teams to fight it out for a place via a playoff system. The winner of the playoffs will join the other two teams and take the third promotion spot. This process is repeated every season and across the rest of the Football League championships, determining which team belongs in each League tier.
The Premier League Teams
Over 47 teams have competed in the Premier League over the last three decades, with Bournemouth being the newest having arrived from the Championships in the 2015/16 season. However, out of these 47 teams, only seven have played each of the Premier League seasons since it started in 1992. These teams include:
- Arsenal
- Aston Villa
- Chelsea
- Everton
- Liverpool
- Manchester United
- Tottenham Hotspur
There have also only been a handful of teams who have won the Premier League, with Manchester United having the most Premier League wins out of any team. The Previous winning teams include:
- Arsenal
- Blackburn Rovers
- Chelsea
- Manchester City
- Manchester United
What's the Prize for winning the Premier League?
The Premier League is renowned for being the richest league in the world, and the prize money reflects that. With previous champions and even relegated teams winning upwards of £100 million.
The prize money is split up and determined by positions, with the champions winning the most amount and teams below them getting less.
What and when is the Premier League Transfer window
The transfer window refers to the period of time in which players can move to and from clubs before the season. There are two windows which are held simultaneously by all leagues around the world that allow players to move to and from clubs. This usually takes place from June/July until September.
The Premier League's contributions to football
Being the richest and most prestigious League, the Premier League recognises its obligation to the rest of the English football community and it regularly invests in the players of tomorrow by helping to fund a new generation of facilities and therefore creating more accessibility.
Premier League clubs also like to get involved with local communities and use football to address common issues such as health and wellbeing, equality and social inclusion.
Get into the Premier League Spirit with Avec Sport
The Premier League is a hugely loved and popular championship, with people all over the world tuning in to see who will be crowned England's next champion. With so many nail-biting moments and thrills to be had, it’s no wonder why the Premier League is so well-loved by sports fans.
Whether you’re a new fan or you’ve been enjoying the Leagues for a while now, there's no better way to show your Premier League spirit than with your own team wear kit. With customisable options, our team wear kits are great for replicating the style and colours of your favourite team so you can represent them with pride during the Premier League season.