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Premier League season opens with Arsenal facing Coventry at Emirates Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:31 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Premier League season opens with Arsenal facing Coventry at Emirates Stadium

Summary

The Premier League kicks off tonight, August 21, at 9pm with Arsenal hosting Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium. Coventry, now managed by Frank Lampard, returns to the top flight for the first time since the 2000/2001 season. Ipswich Town and Hull City also secured promotion. Matchday 1 features several fixtures, including Manchester United against Hull City and Newcastle meeting Liverpool. Arsenal will look to defend their title after ending a lengthy championship drought.

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•Arsenal faces Coventry City in opening match of the new season.
•Coventry returns to the Premier League after a long absence.
•Ipswich Town and Hull City are also promoted this season.
•Manchester United plays Hull City in a key early fixture.
•Several teams have changed managers, including Liverpool and Chelsea.

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