West Ham United will face Burnley away in their first Championship match in 14 years, as the club begins its 2026/27 season following relegation from the Premier League. The fixture list, released by the EFL, sees the Hammers return to the second tier for the first time since 2012.
Key Fixtures and Rivalries Renewed
Nuno Espirito Santo's side will face Millwall twice, with the first meeting at The Den on September 19, 2026, and the return fixture at home on February 20, 2027. The East London club also renews rivalries with Queens Park Rangers, Charlton Athletic, and Watford. Notably, West Ham will play Wrexham in a league game for the first time since 1981, hosting the Welsh side on September 12, 2026.
Full Schedule Highlights
The season opens on August 16 at Burnley, followed by home games against Charlton Athletic and a trip to Watford. September includes matches against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Derby County, Bolton Wanderers, and Wrexham. The campaign concludes on May 1, 2027, with a home fixture against Portsmouth. West Ham's relegation from the Premier League was confirmed at the end of the 2025/26 season after finishing in the bottom three.
