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Arsenal begins 2026/27 Premier League title defense with tough fixtures

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:13 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Arsenal begins 2026/27 Premier League title defense with tough fixtures
Summary

Arsenal will start the 2026/27 Premier League season on August 21 against newly promoted Coventry City. Mikel Arteta's squad, the defending champions, will follow with challenging matches, including away fixtures against Aston Villa and Brighton. The club seeks to retain its title for the first time since 1934/35. The team's run-in includes key encounters with Tottenham and Manchester City, while facing Liverpool twice this season. Arsenal's final three matches feature Nottingham Forest, Brighton, and Everton in a bid to secure their standing.

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  • •Season starts on August 21 against Coventry City at home.
  • •Challenging early matches include Aston Villa and Chelsea.
  • •Final three games feature Nottingham Forest and Brighton at home.
  • •North London derby against Tottenham scheduled for May 1.
  • •Matches against Manchester City set for November 28 and January 30.
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  • 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal Premier League fixtures: Start and run-in for the 2026/27 season
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Arsenal will kick off the 2026/27 Premier League season as defending champions for the first time in 22 years.

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