The Premier League has announced the fixtures for the 2026-27 season, with champions Arsenal set to begin their title defence against newly-promoted Coventry City on the opening weekend. The first round of matches will take place on August 22 and 23, a week later than usual due to the World Cup held earlier this summer.
Arsenal's Title Defence
Mikel Arteta's side clinched their first league title in 22 years last season, edging out Manchester City in a tight race. Their opening fixture against Coventry at the Emirates Stadium kicks off a challenging first ten games that include clashes with Chelsea, Liverpool, and Aston Villa.
Manchester City Without Guardiola
Manchester City begin a new era without Pep Guardiola, facing Bournemouth at home. Their early schedule also includes a trip to Manchester United and a home game against Liverpool.
Manchester United Under Carrick
Manchester United, who finished third after Michael Carrick took over in January, start away to Hull City. They host Manchester City in their fourth game.
Liverpool and Chelsea New Managers
Andoni Iraola takes charge of Liverpool for the first time in a competitive match away to Newcastle United. Chelsea, under new manager Xabi Alonso after a disappointing 10th-place finish, begin with a west London derby at Fulham.
Other Key Openers
Tottenham, who survived relegation on the final day last season, host Brentford. The full fixture list for the opening weekend includes several intriguing matches.
First 10 Games for Top Clubs
Arsenal: Coventry (H), Aston Villa (A), Chelsea (H), Sunderland (A), Brighton (A), Leeds (H), Nottingham Forest (A), Everton (H), Liverpool (A), Hull (H)
Manchester City: Bournemouth (H), Crystal Palace (A), Coventry (H), Man Utd (A), Sunderland (H), Liverpool (A), Ipswich (H), Aston Villa (A), Brighton (H), Nottingham Forest (A)
Manchester United: Hull (A), Ipswich (H), Everton (A), Man City (H), Fulham (A), Tottenham (H), Leeds (A), Bournemouth (H), Chelsea (A), Aston Villa (H)
Liverpool: Newcastle (A), Nottingham Forest (H), Ipswich (A), Fulham (H), Bournemouth (A), Man City (H), Brentford (A), Brighton (H), Arsenal (H), Crystal Palace (A)
Chelsea: Fulham (A), Brighton (H), Arsenal (A), Hull (H), Brentford (A), Bournemouth (H), Everton (A), Tottenham (H), Man Utd (H), Sunderland (A)
