The Premier League has released the fixture list for the 2026/27 season, with reigning champions Arsenal set to begin the defence of their title at home against newly promoted Coventry City, managed by Frank Lampard.
Runners-up Manchester City will start their campaign at the Etihad Stadium against Bournemouth, while Manchester United travel to face newly promoted Hull City.
Chelsea will take on Fulham in a West London derby.
The new Premier League season officially gets underway on Friday, August 21, 2026, and will feature 33 weekend rounds and five midweek rounds.
Opening Day Fixtures
Friday, August 21
Arsenal vs Coventry City – 8:00pm
Saturday, August 22
Hull City vs Manchester United – 12:30pm
Everton vs Crystal Palace – 3:00pm
Ipswich Town vs Sunderland – 3:00pm
Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United – 3:00pm
Brentford vs Tottenham
Hotspur – 5:30pm
Sunday, August 23
Brighton vs Aston Villa – 2:00pm
Manchester City vs Bournemouth – 2:00pm
Newcastle United vs Liverpool – 4:30pm
Monday, August 24
Fulham vs Chelsea – 8:00pm
Fans can look forward to an exciting start to the new campaign, with several intriguing clashes, including Arsenal’s title defence opener, Manchester United’s trip to Hull City, and Newcastle United hosting Liverpool at St James’ Park.
