Premier League season previews highlight Chelsea, Tottenham's challenges
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The 2026-27 Premier League season begins, featuring Arsenal aiming to defend their title after their 22-year drought. As they take the field, Manchester City faces significant transitions following Pep Guardiola's departure. Tottenham and Chelsea are both seeking rebounds; Tottenham hopes to avoid another relegation battle while Chelsea adopts a new, youth-focused strategy under Xabi Alonso. Meanwhile, Liverpool looks to stabilize under new management with Andoni Iraola. The upcoming matches will also see teams like Sunderland and Leeds United striving to maintain their positions in the top flight.
- •Arsenal seeks to retain the Premier League title.
- •Manchester City adjusts after Pep Guardiola's exit.
- •Tottenham targets a secure finish away from relegation.
- •Chelsea introduces a youth-focused strategy under Xabi Alonso.
- •Liverpool aims for recovery under new coach Andoni Iraola.
- 6:34 PMCBS Sports — What to know about 2026-27 Premier League: Tottenham, Chelsea look for bounce-back seasons
"From Arsenal’s historic title defense to a Pep-less Manchester City, here is everything you need to know ahead of the action-packed English soccer season
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