The Premier League 2026/27 season will kick off on Friday, August 21, 2026, with all 20 teams playing across the opening weekend through Monday, August 24. Title holders Arsenal begin their campaign at home against Championship winners Coventry City at 8pm on Friday, August 22.
Opening Weekend Fixtures
The full fixture list for the opening weekend is as follows:
- Friday, August 22: Arsenal vs Coventry City – 8pm
- Saturday, August 22: Hull City vs Manchester United – 12.30pm; Everton vs Crystal Palace – 3pm; Ipswich Town vs Sunderland – 3pm; Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United – 3pm; Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur – 5.30pm
- Sunday, August 23: Brighton and Hove Albion vs Aston Villa – 2pm; Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth – 2pm; Newcastle United vs Liverpool – 4.30pm
- Monday, August 24: Fulham vs Chelsea – 8pm
Newly-promoted Hull City face a tough test against Manchester City on Saturday, August 22 at 12.30pm. Several clubs have new managers: Manchester City is now led by Enzo Maresca, Liverpool by Andoni Iraola, and Chelsea by Xabi Alonso.
How to Watch on TV
Sky Sports remains the primary UK broadcaster, airing at least 215 live Premier League matches this season. Six opening weekend games are on Sky, including Arsenal vs Coventry, Manchester City vs Bournemouth, and Newcastle vs Liverpool. A Sky Sports subscription is required, available via the Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle at £44 per month, which also includes Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+.
TNT Sports will show select games, starting with Hull City vs Manchester United. A separate TNT Sports subscription costs £30.99 via HBO Max or Prime Video.
Getting Tickets
Premier League clubs manage their own ticket sales. Fans can purchase directly from club box offices or through official hospitality retailer Seat Unique, which offers VIP packages at 13 clubs including Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool. Prices vary by match and demand, with derbies costing more. Benefits may include lounge access, complimentary food and drink, and player meet-and-greets, but packages vary by club.
Clubs offering hospitality via Seat Unique: Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brentford, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, Leeds United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland, Tottenham Hotspur.
