Football season returns with new schedules and viewing options

Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:53 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Football season returns with new schedules and viewing options

Summary

The football season is set to begin with the EFL returning from August 14-17, featuring a match between Wolves and Blackburn in the Championship. The Premier League kicks off from August 21-24, starting with Arsenal facing Coventry. The WSL will begin on September 4-6, with London City Lionesses playing Manchester United. Scottish Premiership matches are already underway. Viewers can watch over 1500 games on Sky Sports and can access highlights and in-game clips through the Sky Sports app.

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Key Details

•EFL starts August 14-17 with Wolves vs Blackburn.
•Premier League begins August 21-24 with Arsenal vs Coventry.
•WSL kicks off September 4-6 featuring London City Lionesses vs Manchester United.
•Scottish Premiership matches have already started.
•Sky Sports offers over 1500 games this season.

What they're saying

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After a summer of hydration breaks and half-time shows, football as we know and love it is back. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the new season...
— Sky Sports Football

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Football is back (without hydration breaks) - how to watch the new season
After a summer of hydration breaks and half-time shows, football as we know and love it is back. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the new season...

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