Premier League Match Officials for Matchweek 27 have now been confirmed ahead of another crucial round of fixtures in the 2025/26 season. The gap at the top of the table have been reduced to just five since the last matchday following Arsenal’s consecutive draws to Brentford and Wolves, and the race for European places heating up, while the battle for survival at the other end of the table has become more intense.
With the title race tightening, European spots still up for grabs, and the relegation battle growing more desperate, attention will not only be on players and managers this weekend but also on the referees assigned to these high-stakes encounters.
From Manchester City vs Newcastle under the lights to the North London Derby between Spurs and Arsenal, here are the confirmed Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27.
Confirmed Premier League Match Officials for Matchweek 27
Aston Villa vs Leeds
With Villa pushing for European football and Leeds still glancing nervously over the drop zone, this Saturday clash could carry major implications.
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026 | Time: 3:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Michael Oliver
Assistants: Stuart Burt, James Mainwaring
Fourth Official: Andrew Kitchen
VAR: Tony Harrington
Assistant VAR: Blake Antrobus
Brentford vs Brighton
Two tactically disciplined sides meet in what promises to be a tightly contested encounter. Brentford sits just five points outside the top four and the Bees will be looking to boost their European chances while Brighton will be looking to get back to winning ways as they winless in the past five.
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026 | Time: 3:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Jarred Gillett
Assistants: Steve Meredith, Richard West
Fourth Official: Paul Tierney
VAR: Nick Hopton
Assistant VAR: Stuart Attwell
Chelsea vs Burnley
Chelsea continue their push for consistency under new coach Liam Rosenior, while Burnley battle for survival points. Burnley will be hoping to cause an upset and reduce the gap between them and 18th-placed West Ham on Saturday. A win for Chelsea, however, will strengthen their top-four hopes.
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026 | Time: 3:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Lewis Smith
Assistants: Adrian Holmes, Simon Long
Fourth Official: Anthony Taylor
VAR: Michael Salisbury
Assistant VAR: Marc Perry
West Ham vs Bournemouth
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026 | Time: 5:30pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Sam Barrott
Assistants: Tim Wood, Wade Smith
Fourth Official: Darren England
VAR: John Brooks
Assistant VAR: Akil Howson
Man City vs Newcastle
A heavyweight evening fixture at the Etihad. Manchester City will look to apply more pressure on Arsenal in the title race, while Newcastle aim to upset the balance. A win for City will put them just two points behind Arsenal.
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026 | Time: 8:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Tom Bramall
Assistants: Ian Hussin, Constantine Hatzidakis
Fourth Official: Tim Robinson
VAR: James Bell
Assistant VAR: Dan Robathan
Crystal Palace vs Wolves
Wolves’ relegation is almost certain, but they will be hoping to build on the impressive 2-2 draw against league leaders Arsenal when they face Palace.
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 | Time: 2:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Tom Kirk
Assistants: Simon Bennett, Neil Davies
Fourth Official: Ben Toner
VAR: Stuart Attwell
Assistant VAR: Steve Meredith
Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool
Liverpool travel to the City Ground knowing dropped points could dent their top-four ambitions.
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 | Time: 2:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Anthony Taylor
Assistants: Gary Beswick, Adam Nunn
Fourth Official: Dean Whitestone
VAR: Paul Tierney
Assistant VAR: Adrian Holmes
Sunderland vs Fulham
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 | Time: 2:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Craig Pawson
Assistants: Lee Betts, Mat Wilkes
Fourth Official: Ruebyn Ricardo
VAR: Tony Harrington
Assistant VAR: Wade Smith
Spurs vs Arsenal
The headline fixture of Matchweek 27 sees Peter Bankes take charge of the North London Derby. With Arsenal in the title race and Spurs chasing European qualification, emotions will run high. Arsenal have dropped points in consecutive Premier League games, and Arteta will be hoping his side could get their title bid back on track with a win in the London derby. Igor Tudor will however be hoping to begin his interim stint with a win and kickstart EPL revival.
Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026 | Time: 4:30pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Peter Bankes
Assistants: Eddie Smart, Blake Antrobus
Fourth Official: Sam Barrott
VAR: Darren England
Assistant VAR: Tim Wood
Everton vs Man Utd
Monday night football brings a historic rivalry to Goodison Park, with both sides desperate for momentum. Carrick will be looking to get back to winning ways following their 1-1 draw away with West Ham.
Date: Monday, 23 February 2026 | Time: 8:00pm (UK)
Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27:
Referee: Darren England
Assistants: Scott Ledger, Akil Howson
Fourth Official: Adam Herczeg
VAR: Paul Howard
Assistant VAR: Sian Massey-Ellis
With the Premier League season entering a decisive phase, the Premier League match officials for Matchweek 27 will once again be under intense scrutiny. Every call, every VAR review and every major decision could shape the title race, the battle for Europe, and the fight for survival.
