Sport · 21 August 2026

Premier League returns tonight as Arsenal defend their title

The new Premier League season begins on Friday night as champions Arsenal host newly promoted Coventry City at 8pm. The weekend brings first games for Liverpool under Andoni Iraola at Newcastle, Manchester City's first campaign since Pep Guardiola left, and Xabi Alonso's Chelsea debut at Fulham on Monday. Hull City return to the top flight against Manchester United on Saturday lunchtime.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 August 2026 at 10:28

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