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Arsenal and Chelsea face challenging schedules in Premier League opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:02 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Arsenal and Chelsea face challenging schedules in Premier League opener

Summary

Arsenal and Chelsea are set to begin the 2026/27 Premier League season with demanding fixtures. Arsenal, the reigning champions, start at home against Coventry City on August 21 before facing tough matchups against Aston Villa, Chelsea, Sunderland, and Brighton. Chelsea, under new coach Xavi Alonso, will play Fulham and Brighton, followed by a challenging run-in that includes matches against Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham. The fixtures raise questions about how both teams will navigate the early and later stages of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal opens the season against Coventry City on August 21.
•Chelsea starts with a west London derby against Fulham on April 10.
•Both teams face challenging opponents early in the season.
•Chelsea's run-in includes difficult matches against top rivals.
•Arsenal seeks to defend its title after 22 years.

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What they're saying

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Arsenal will start the season as Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years. Mikel Arteta's men do not have it easy out of the blocks
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