Arsenal faces Coventry City as Premier League season kicks off
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:27 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The English Premier League season begins today, August 21, with Arsenal hosting Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium in London at 3 p.m. ET. Fans return to the stands as Arsenal looks to defend their title after securing their first championship in 22 years last season. Streaming options include USA Network and NBC through Sling. Upcoming matches this week include Hull City vs. Manchester United and Everton vs. Crystal Palace on Saturday, followed by Manchester City vs. AFC Bournemouth and Newcastle United vs. Liverpool on Sunday.
- •Arsenal is the defending champion of the Premier League.
- •Coventry City was promoted to the Premier League this season.
- •Sling offers streaming options for all weekend matches.
- •Key matches include Manchester United vs. Hull City and Newcastle vs. Liverpool.
- 1:27 PMYahoo Sports — The Premier League returns today! How to watch games on Sling this weekend
"The English Premier League returns this weekend, starting with a game on Friday. Here's how to watch the action live with Sling.
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