Arsenal will kick off the 2026-27 Premier League season at home against Coventry on August 21, as they aim to defend their title. Manchester City, now without Pep Guardiola, will face Bournemouth, while Manchester United visits Hull. Liverpool plays Newcastle, and Chelsea, led by new coach Xabi Alonso, will meet Fulham in a London derby. Arsenal’s early fixtures include matches against Aston Villa and Chelsea. Liverpool’s new manager, Andoni Iraola, will experience his first Merseyside derby on November 28. Manchester United’s second game is against Ipswich, who are seeking a new coach. The first Manchester derby is on September 12. The season starts later to allow for World Cup recovery, ending on May 30, with the Champions League final on June 5. Coventry, coached by Frank Lampard, will host Chelsea on December 26. The Community Shield between Arsenal and Man City is on August 16.
QUESTION: How might the absence of Pep Guardiola impact Manchester City’s performance this season?
Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry
