Football fans prepare for 2026/27 season as key dates announced
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The 2026/27 football season dates have been officially announced following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Major European leagues will kick off with the Scottish Premiership starting on July 31, 2026. The Premier League begins on August 21, while Championship and La Liga start on August 14. Transfer windows open June 15, closing September 1 for summer deals. UEFA competitions will commence with qualifying rounds in July, culminating in finals in May and June 2027.
- •Scottish Premiership kicks off on July 31, 2026.
- •Premier League starts on August 21, 2026.
- •Championship and La Liga begin August 14, 2026.
- •Summer transfer window runs until September 1, 2026.
- •UEFA competitions commence with qualifying in July 2026.
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — 2026/27 Football Calendar: Every Key Date for the New Season
"The 2026 FIFA World Cup is now done and dusted, and football fans are fully focused on the upcoming 2026/27 season.Without further ado, read on as we look at all the key dates across the major Europea...
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