Sports · 19 June 2026

Arsenal start title defence against Coventry in August

Premier League champions Arsenal will kick off their 2026/27 season at home to newly-promoted Coventry on Friday August 21, live on Sky Sports. Their second and third games are against Aston Villa and Chelsea, before a big clash with Manchester City in November. Arsenal also face Manchester City and Liverpool back-to-back in the new year.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 June 2026 at 11:58

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