D.J Roman Kemp signs on to host a new Premier League Friday show on Sky Sports News in a groundbreaking partnership with the Premier League.
As the 2025/26 Premier League season kicks off on Friday, 15 August, on Sky Sports with a minimum of 215 matches exclusively live, Sky Sports News is launching a brand-new weekday magazine programme: The Premier League Show.
Airing Monday to Friday from 5 pm to 7 pm as part of a slate of new content strands on the channel. The show will serve as the go-to destination for football fans, combining the latest news and in-depth features. And expert analysis to offer a daily snapshot of all things Premier League.
PREMIER LEAGUE FRIDAY
There’s an exciting new signing for Sky Sports in broadcaster Roman Kemp. He will host a special Friday edition of the programme, Premier League Friday. This will act as a gateway to the weekend of football on Sky. Broadcasting live from the studio every week, Roman will bring his trademark energy and passion for football to the show. Whilst also offering a new and different point of view for viewers.
ROMAN KEMP
Roman Kemp said:
“Football means more to me than anything. To be a part of a show like this building up to the biggest games in world football is a real privilege. I can’t wait to get going and as a fan, do this show justice.”
From Monday to Thursday, the show will be hosted by a single presenter. Julian Warren and Emma Paton are alternating presenting duties. Each episode will also feature a dedicated reporter and pundit to unpack the day’s biggest Premier League stories.
Roman will host the first show of the new season. This will air on Friday, 15 August, on Sky Sports News, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Main Event. Building up to the Premier League’s opening weekend, which kicks off with Liverpool v Bournemouth that evening. Coverage of the match begins at 6:30 pm on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event.
THE PREMIER LEAGUE SHOW
The Premier League Show marks the latest step in Sky’s mission to be the best place to watch and follow football across broadcast, digital, and social platforms throughout the 2025/26 season and beyond.
Watch The Premier League Show Monday to Thursday, and Premier League Friday hosted by Roman Kemp, from 5 pm on Sky Sports News this season.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
