Premier League 26/27 opening fixtures and how to watch on TV

The Premier League returns for the 2026/27 season starting Friday, August 21 through Monday, August 24, with 10 matches scheduled across four days. Arsenal begin their title defense in the opening fixture against Frank Lampard’s Championship winners Coventry City. Newly promoted Hull City face Manchester United, while Manchester City host Bournemouth in their first Premier League game without Pep Guardiola on the touchline. Several managerial debuts headline the slate, including Newcastle United’s Matthias Jaissle versus Liverpool’s Arne Slot era underlined by Enzo Maresca, plus a West London derby as Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea travel to Fulham. Coverage in the UK is led by Sky Sports, showing at least 215 Premier League live matches, alongside other competitions.