The 2024/25 season has already warmed up. With major leagues ongoing alongside top-tier European competitions, the football calendar is full of drama and exciting matches.
Some changes were made in the new campaign. For instance, we will see a completely new edition of the Champions League, as well as the Europa and Conference Leagues.
Are you ready to explore upcoming football events in October? Then make sure to check our article and discover the best matches that await you.
Major Football Fixtures Upcoming in October 2024
The football schedule in October will feature both international and domestic competitions. The list of football tournaments is vast and interesting games are coming up. Make sure to check the upcoming predictions and pick your favourites.
EPL
The Premier League schedule is congested in October and a lot of interesting matches are scheduled. Man City, Arsenal and Liverpool are likely to be the main candidates to clinch the title this year.
Despite the Cityzens losing points in two consecutive matches, Pep Guardiola knows how to organize a team in the long run. On the other side of the coin, we have Arne Slot and Mikel Arteta who will be motivated to break City’s supreme reign. Here are the most anticipated Premier League fixtures to consider.
- Aston Villa vs Manchester United – October 6.
- Liverpool vs Chelsea – October 20.
- Arsenal vs Liverpool – October 27.
La Liga
Under Hansi Flick, Barcelona started the season well but lost against Osasuna in the last round (4-2). Despite the injury plague, the Blaugrana have squeezed the maximum from their diminished squad.
As for Real Madrid, they have possibly the strongest squad in the world but have lost points in three matches already. This means that the Spanish title race will be closely contested this season. Have a look at the fixtures today and in October.
- Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid – October 6.
- Barcelona vs Sevilla – October 20.
- Real Madrid vs Barcelona – October 26.
Bundesliga
Alongside international football fixtures, the Bundesliga is full of intrigue. After an unbeaten season, Leverkusen lost their first match of the current campaign against RB Leipzig. Bayern, on the other hand, is dominating under Vincent Kompany and lost their first points in the last round against the same Leverkusen.
Will Harry Kane get his first trophy and become the top goalscorer? The English forward is motivated to the fullest. We should also consider Stuttgart and Dortmund as candidates for the top places. In the meantime, follow the action in October and keep up with these games:
- Eintracht Frankfurt vs Bayern Munich – October 6.
- Bayern Munich vs Stuttgart – October 19.
- Werder Bremen vs Bayer Leverkusen – October 26.
Serie A
The new Serie A started with massive changes, as Juventus, Milan and Napoli appointed new head coaches. Juve are currently the only team who have yet to concede a goal. Under Thiago Motta, they have a formidable force.
Milan started the season terribly but now they are on the track. Inter and Napoli are also competing for the title. Most likely, we will have a race of several teams and the depth of the squad will be pivotal. Check out our football prediction tips and examine the matches below:
- Fiorentina vs AC Milan – October 6.
- AS Roma vs Inter – October 20.
- Inter vs Juventus – October 27.
Ligue 1
After the departure of Kylian Mbappe, PSG have only improved in gameplay. They are more lethal and players like Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele shone to the prominence.
Monaco and Marseille will try to keep up with the leaders. However, against PSG, teams will have to put the utmost effort in to clinch the title. Check the matches and have a look at the upcoming football predictions:
- Nice vs PSG – October 6.
- Montpellier vs Marseille – October 20.
- Marseille vs PSG – October 27.
Top European Competitions in October 2024
2024 in association football does not leave us a minute without action. In every week, we have encounters, which according to experts and pundits, decreased the quality of football. However, football fans strive to watch more matches and three tournaments stand out in particular. We’ll cover them below.
Champions League
The new format was met with heavy discontent among fans and the majority preferred the old group-stage structure. Nevertheless, the first round was filled with goals and exciting performances from several teams.
Real Madrid are again favourites to become the first holders of the trophy in the new set up. As the clubs will play eight matches, each game carries significant importance. We have compiled the upcoming sports events and chose the matches that will likely interest our readers:
- Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich – October 2.
- Barcelona vs Bayern Munich – October 23.
- RB Leipzig vs Liverpool – October 23.
Europa League
The second top-tier tournament in Europe has become more competitive, as the winner immediately qualifies for the Champions League. The first round is over and we mostly saw anticipated results.
Manchester United and Tottenham are two top names that will aim to get to the final. However, it won’t be easy, as other clubs will stand in their way. Make sure to follow live events football at 22Bet and also check the games below:
- Porto vs Manchester United – October 3.
- Fenerbahce vs Manchester United – October 24.
- Tottenham vs AZ Alkmaar – October 24.
Conference League
There may not be a World Cup tournament until 2026, but the Conference League is undoubtedly one of the most-watched competitions worldwide. The thrill of relatively smaller teams fighting for the trophy makes football even more pleasing to watch.
We have numerous high-profile clubs in the tournament including Chelsea, Betis and Gent. In the new format, it is difficult to predict which teams will qualify. Here are the games that you should watch in October.
- Chelsea vs Gent – October 3.
- Betis vs Copenhagen – October 24.
- Panathinaikos vs Chelsea – October 24.
Additional Sports Events to Consider
The friendly matches in 2024 will be held in October. Despite the friendly status of a match it’s always interesting to see two teams clash against each other without pressure.
However, we will also have official events ongoing. Mostly, lovers of football will witness qualifiers in Asia, Africa, Europe and America. In the following sections, we will have a detailed look at the upcoming international football matches and tournaments.
Nations League
International football events will be filled with the Nations League. The tournament has attracted a lot of attention and the format is especially suitable for low-ranked teams in Europe.
Georgia has been the discovery of the Nations League so far. However, other teams also produced a fairy display in the competition. We have picked the most anticipated events in October that you surely should not miss:
- Ukraine vs Georgia – October 11.
- Belgium vs France – October 14.
- Switzerland vs Denmark – October 15.
World Cup Qualifiers – South America
The World Cup qualifying stage in South America is underway. Argentina occupy the first place and they will likely maintain the spot. However Brazil are fifth and their quality of gameplay deserves criticism. Even under the new manager, they have struggled against weak opponents.
Uruguay and Colombia are the two teams that have the most chances of advancing. Below are the most expected football matches 2024-2025 in South America.
- Venezuela vs Argentina – October 10.
- Peru vs Uruguay – October 12.
- Brazil vs Peru – October 16.
