Arsenal favored as Premier League season kicks off with new managers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:07 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The 2026 Premier League season begins today with Arsenal defending their title amid a wave of managerial changes. Pep Guardiola's exit from Manchester City marks a significant shift in the league dynamics. Nine clubs have new managers, including Michael Carrick at Manchester United and Xabi Alonso at Chelsea. Newly promoted teams Coventry City, Ipswich Town, and Hull City aim to establish themselves, with each facing its challenges. Arsenal seeks to capitalize on their stability while the competition undergoes considerable transition.
- •Arsenal kicks off the season as defending champions.
- •Nine Premier League clubs have changed managers this summer.
- •Coventry City, Ipswich Town, and Hull City are promoted teams.
- •Mikel Arteta is the longest-serving manager in the league.
- •New challenges await clubs amid heightened competition.
- 11:07 AMYahoo Sports — Ranking every Premier League team before the most unpredictable season in years
"Arsenal’s strength and depth makes them our favourites to defend their title but who will challenge them?
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