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Arsenal starts Premier League title defense with victory over Coventry

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:11 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense with victory over Coventry
Summary

The 2026/27 Premier League season opened on August 23, featuring compelling matches and significant moments. Arsenal successfully began their title defense with a 3-0 win against Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium. New signing Christos Tzolis contributed positively, while Hull City shocked Manchester United with a 2-0 victory. Chelsea triumphed over Fulham 3-2, and Brighton dominated Aston Villa with a 4-0 result. Manchester City edged Bournemouth 2-1, while Newcastle and Liverpool played to a 2-2 draw, revealing the competitive nature of the league's opening weekend.

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  • •Arsenal 3-0 Coventry City at Emirates Stadium
  • •Hull City 2-0 Manchester United at MKM Stadium
  • •Chelsea 3-2 Fulham at Craven Cottage
  • •Brighton 4-0 Aston Villa at American Express Stadium
  • •Newcastle 2-2 Liverpool at St. James' Park
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The 2026/27 English Premier League season kicked off with dramatic storylines, stunning upsets, and explosive individual displays. From title favorites making clear statements to newly promoted sides shocking heavyweight clubs, opening weekend provided plenty to dissect. In our Premier League Gameweek 1 Review, we analyze the biggest talking points and takeaways from GW1 to make […]

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