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English Premier League 2026-27 season to kick off on Aug. 21

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

English Premier League 2026-27 season to kick off on Aug. 21

Summary

The 35th season of the English Premier League begins on Friday, August 21, 2026, featuring a match between Arsenal and Coventry City at 3 p.m. ET. This season includes celebrated players such as Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Erling Haaland, and Rodri. Fans can expect a range of methods to view matches, including NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, and streaming via Peacock. A complete schedule of matches is available as excitement builds for the upcoming fixtures.

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By the Numbers

•The Premier League season starts on August 21, 2026.
•Arsenal faces Coventry City in the opening match.
•Key players include Bukayo Saka, Erling Haaland, and Declan Rice.
•Matches will be available on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock.
•A full schedule of fixtures is accessible for fans.

Latest Updates

3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Here’s How to Watch English Premier League Online: Livestream the 2026-2027 Season for Free
11:09 PMYahoo Sports — English Premier League 2026-27: Here’s Where to Watch Soccer Matches Live Online for Free

What they're saying

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With the wild success of FIFA World Cup in the United States, American fans are flocking to Major League Soccer and English Premier League to keep that winning and exciting feeling going from “the beautiful game.” The 2026-2027 season begins on Friday, Aug. 21, as teams throughout the United Kingdom compete to hoist the Premier …
— Yahoo Sports