The 2026/27 Premier League season begins on Friday, August 21, with defending champions Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City.
Premier League Matchweek 1 features all 20 clubs and runs through Monday, August 24. The opening weekend includes Newcastle United vs. Liverpool, Manchester City vs. Bournemouth and a West London derby between Fulham and Chelsea.
Below is the complete Premier League 2026/27 Week 1 schedule in U.S. Eastern Time.
Premier League 2026/27 Week 1 schedule
All kickoff times are listed in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
| Date | Eastern Time | Fixture |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 3:00 p.m. | Arsenal vs. Coventry City |
| Saturday, August 22 | 7:30 a.m. | Hull City vs. Manchester United |
| Saturday, August 22 | 10:00 a.m. | Everton vs. Crystal Palace |
| Saturday, August 22 | 10:00 a.m. | Ipswich Town vs. Sunderland |
| Saturday, August 22 | 10:00 a.m. | Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds United |
| Saturday, August 22 | 12:30 p.m. | Brentford vs. Tottenham Hotspur |
| Sunday, August 23 | 9:00 a.m. | Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Aston Villa |
| Sunday, August 23 | 9:00 a.m. | Manchester City vs. AFC Bournemouth |
| Sunday, August 23 | 11:30 a.m. | Newcastle United vs. Liverpool |
| Monday, August 24 | 3:00 p.m. | Fulham vs. Chelsea |
Arsenal open the season against Coventry City
Arsenal will begin their Premier League title defense at home to Coventry City on Friday, August 21.
The opening match of the 2026/27 season kicks off at 3:00 p.m. EDT at Emirates Stadium. Coventry enter the fixture as one of the league’s newly promoted clubs.
The match is scheduled for live coverage on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.
Manchester United visit Hull City
Saturday’s Premier League action begins when Hull City welcome Manchester United. The match kicks off at 7:30 a.m. EDT, making it the earliest game of the opening weekend for viewers in the United States.
Hull will mark their return to the Premier League with one of Matchweek 1’s most prominent home fixtures.
Three games follow at 10:00 a.m. EDT:
- Everton vs. Crystal Palace
- Ipswich Town vs. Sunderland
- Nottingham Forest vs. Leeds United
Saturday concludes with a London derby between Brentford and Tottenham Hotspur at 12:30 p.m. EDT.
Manchester City begin at home to Bournemouth
Manchester City open their 2026/27 Premier League campaign at home against AFC Bournemouth on Sunday, August 23.
Kickoff at the Etihad Stadium is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. EDT. Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Aston Villa will begin at the same time.
Newcastle host Liverpool on Sunday
Newcastle United vs. Liverpool is one of the standout fixtures of the opening round.
The teams meet at St James’ Park on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. EDT. The match is the final Premier League game scheduled that day.
Fulham and Chelsea conclude Matchweek 1
The opening round ends with a West London derby between Fulham and Chelsea on Monday, August 24.
Kickoff at Craven Cottage is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. EDT. It will be the only Monday fixture of Premier League Week 1.
Premier League Week 1 UK television schedule
The following opening-round games are scheduled for live television coverage in the United Kingdom:
- Arsenal vs. Coventry City — Sky Sports
- Hull City vs. Manchester United — TNT Sports
- Brentford vs. Tottenham Hotspur — Sky Sports
- Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Aston Villa — Sky Sports
- Manchester City vs. AFC Bournemouth — Sky Sports
- Newcastle United vs. Liverpool — Sky Sports
- Fulham vs. Chelsea — Sky Sports
U.S. broadcast and streaming availability may differ by provider and remains subject to confirmation.
Premier League 2026/27 opening weekend highlights
Several storylines will shape the first matchweek of the season:
- Arsenal begin their title defense against promoted Coventry City.
- Hull City return to the Premier League with a home match against Manchester United.
- Ipswich Town face Sunderland in their first match back in the top flight.
- Brentford and Tottenham contest the first London derby of the campaign.
- Newcastle United host Liverpool in Sunday’s marquee fixture.
- Fulham and Chelsea close the weekend with a West London derby.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 2026/27 Premier League season begin?
The 2026/27 Premier League season begins on Friday, August 21, 2026. Arsenal host Coventry City in the opening match at 3:00 p.m. EDT.
What is the first Premier League game of 2026/27?
Arsenal vs. Coventry City is the first match of the season.
When is Premier League Matchweek 1?
Premier League Matchweek 1 runs from Friday, August 21, through Monday, August 24, 2026.
What time does Manchester United play in Week 1?
Manchester United visit Hull City on Saturday, August 22, at 7:30 a.m. EDT.
What time does Liverpool play in Week 1?
Liverpool visit Newcastle United on Sunday, August 23, at 11:30 a.m. EDT.
What time does Manchester City play in Week 1?
Manchester City host AFC Bournemouth on Sunday, August 23, at 9:00 a.m. EDT.
What time does Chelsea play in Week 1?
Chelsea visit Fulham on Monday, August 24, at 3:00 p.m. EDT.
Which clubs were promoted for the 2026/27 Premier League season?
Coventry City, Hull City and Ipswich Town are the three promoted clubs included in the 2026/27 opening-weekend schedule.
Opening weekend at a glance
The 2026/27 Premier League season starts with Arsenal vs. Coventry City on Friday afternoon for U.S. viewers. Manchester United play early Saturday morning, while Manchester City and Liverpool feature on Sunday.
Fulham vs. Chelsea concludes the opening matchweek on Monday afternoon.
Fixtures, kickoff times and broadcast arrangements remain subject to change. Supporters should consult the official Premier League fixture schedule for the latest information.