The 2026/27 English Premier League officially kicks off on Friday, with Champions Arsenal opening the new season against newly promoted Coventry at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal, who reclaimed the league for the first time in over 20 years, will be looking to start the season with the advantage in defending the crown with strong start against the league debutants, Coventry.

Arsenal, who’ll be defending the title for the first time in over 20 years, will be looking to kick off their charge on a positive note against the league debutants, Coventry.

The match, which officially welcomes Coventry City back to the League after 25 years, will also see the return of league icon Frank Lampard to English top-flight management as manager, having guided the team to promotion from the Championship division, following two un-impressive stints at former club Chelsea.

Friday’s game shares a level of significance for both clubs and could potentially set the tone for what’s expected to be one of the more unpredictable seasons.

Kick-off time is set for 2:00 pm local time.

Saturday will also notable features

Other notable fixtures of the Kick-off weekend for Saturday will see Manchester United face Hull City, Crystal Palace tackling Everton, Spurs vs Brentford and Leeds facing Nottingham Forrest.