Midweek football returns with decisive fixtures across the Premier League and Serie A, as managerial uncertainty and title pressure shape a demanding round of matches. Ruben Amorim’s dismissal at Man United sets the tone for a volatile week and Liverpool’s Arne Slot continues to face growing scrutiny ahead of a trip to league leaders Arsenal. Fans can watch every key fixture live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv.
Premier League: Pressure Mounts Everywhere
On Wednesday at 8:30 p.m., Man City host Brighton at the Etihad, live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). City have now dropped points in consecutive draws against Sunderland and Chelsea, leaving them six points adrift of Arsenal and level with Aston Villa. They will also be without key defenders, Dias and Gvardiol. Guardiola’s side face a Brighton team boosted by a clean-sheet win over Burnley, though the visitors are still seeking their first league victory at the Etihad.
Also at 8:30 p.m., Fulham welcome Chelsea in a West London derby, airing live on SS Football (GOtv Ch. 61, DStv Ch. 205). Fulham remain unbeaten in five matches and rescued a late draw against Liverpool last time out. Chelsea, under interim coach Calum McFarlane, continue to search for stability after drawing at Man City, with attention still focused on developments in the dugout.
At the same time, Crystal Palace host Aston Villa live on SS La Liga (GOtv Ch. 62, DStv Ch. 204). Villa returned to third place after a commanding win over Nottingham Forest and continue to position themselves as outside title contenders. Palace, however, are winless in seven across all competitions and under pressure to halt a worrying run of results.
Wednesday night continues at 9:15 p.m. as Burnley face Man United, live on SS Action (GOtv Ch. 66, DStv Ch. 206). United begin life after Ruben Amorim’s dismissal, with Darren Fletcher stepping in as interim manager. Burnley, without a league win since October, will view the fixture as an opportunity against a United side still searching for identity.
Thursday’s headline fixture sees Arsenal host Liverpool at 9:00 p.m., live on SS Premier League (GOtv Ch. 65, DStv Ch. 203). Arsenal extended their winning run with a late victory at Bournemouth and remain firmly in control at the top of the table. Liverpool arrive under mounting pressure, winless in the new year and increasingly scrutinised following Amorim’s exit elsewhere in the league. A defeat at the Emirates would deepen the gap at the summit and intensify questions around Arne Slot’s position.
Serie A: Title Race Remains on a Knife Edge
Serie A’s midweek “Epiphany” round begins on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. as Lecce host Roma, live on SS Africa 1 (GOtv Ch. 63, DStv Ch. 207). Roma slipped out of the top four following defeat to Atalanta and face a Lecce side encouraged by a resilient draw against Juventus. The visitors will need greater efficiency in front of goal to avoid losing further ground.
Later on Tuesday at 8:45 p.m., Juventus travel to Sassuolo, live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208). Juventus were held at home by Lecce last time out and remain under pressure to stay in the title conversation. Sassuolo, settled in mid-table, will look to capitalise on Juve’s recent defensive lapses.
Wednesday sees Napoli host Verona at 6:30 p.m., live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208). Napoli arrive with momentum after a controlled away win at Lazio and continue to boast one of the league’s most disciplined defences. Verona, struggling near the bottom, face a difficult test in Naples.
At 8:45 p.m., leaders Inter Milan visit Parma, also live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208). Inter extended their winning run against Bologna and remain the form side in Italy. Parma, though difficult to break down at home, will need a near-perfect performance to disrupt the league leaders.
Thursday closes the Serie A round as AC Milan host Genoa at 8:45 p.m., live on SS Africa 2 (GOtv Ch. 64, DStv Ch. 208). Milan’s victory at Cagliari stretched their unbeaten run to sixteen matches, keeping them firmly in contention. Genoa, battling relegation, will aim to frustrate the hosts at San Siro.
Midweek Highlights
Premier League
Man City vs Brighton — Wed, 8:30 p.m.
Fulham vs Chelsea — Wed, 8:30 p.m.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa — Wed, 8:30 p.m.
Burnley vs Man United — Wed, 9:15 p.m.
Arsenal vs Liverpool — Thu, 9:00 p.m.
Serie A
Lecce vs Roma — Tue, 6:00 p.m.
Sassuolo vs Juventus — Tue, 8:45 p.m.
Napoli vs Verona — Wed, 6:30 p.m.
Parma vs Inter Milan — Wed, 8:45 p.m.
AC Milan vs Genoa — Thu, 8:45 p.m.
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