How to Watch Every Premier League Match This Weekend as the 2026/27 Season Kicks Off
The Premier League is set to make its much-anticipated return this weekend, marking the beginning of the 2026/27 season with a series of ten matches scheduled from Friday, August 21, to Monday, August 24. Defending champions Arsenal will kick off the campaign by hosting Coventry City, the newly promoted Championship winners, in the opening match.
Key Matchups and New Beginnings
This weekend’s fixtures promise to deliver exciting matchups as teams aim to establish their positions early in the season. Arsenal, fresh off their title-winning campaign, will face Coventry City, managed by Frank Lampard. This match will set the tone for both teams as they embark on their respective journeys in the league.
In another notable encounter, Hull City, also newly promoted, will face Manchester United, presenting a challenging start for the newcomers. Additionally, Manchester City will begin their season without Pep Guardiola, hosting Bournemouth in what marks a new era for the club.
The summer transfer window has seen significant changes across the league, with high-profile player departures and nine new managers taking charge of their clubs for the first time in league competition. This reshuffling adds an extra layer of intrigue to the opening weekend.
How to Watch the Premier League on TV
Sky Sports continues to be the primary broadcaster for the Premier League in the UK, offering coverage of at least 215 live matches throughout the season. In total, Sky is set to broadcast approximately 1,500 fixtures across various competitions, including the Premier League, EFL, and Carabao Cup.
To access Sky’s coverage, fans will need a Sky TV and sports subscription, with packages starting at £35 per month for the £44 Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle. This introductory offer provides extensive coverage of multiple sports, including football, Formula 1, darts, and golf, representing a significant saving compared to the standard price.
For existing Sky subscribers, there are additional benefits, including complimentary subscriptions to streaming services like Netflix and discovery+.
A new feature for this season, “Your Multiview,” allows viewers to watch up to four simultaneous Sky Sports events on a single screen, enhancing the viewing experience for fans eager to catch multiple matches at once.
Alternative Viewing Options
For those seeking alternatives, Virgin Media offers packages that include Sky Sports channels starting at £22 monthly on a new 24-month contract. Additionally, TNT Sports has returned with a competitive offer, providing access to nine Sky Sports channels and over 200 standard channels for £52.99 per month.
Selected Premier League matches will also be broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports, which typically holds the rights to one fixture per game week. The first of these matches will feature Hull City against Manchester United. TNT Sports will also cover two complete rounds of midweek fixtures in February and March 2027.
All matches can be viewed via TNT Sports, HBO Max, or Prime Video’s TNT Sports channel, with subscriptions available from £25.99 per month on an annual plan.
Opening Weekend Fixtures
The following is the complete list of Premier League fixtures for the opening weekend:
Friday, August 21
- Arsenal vs Coventry City – 8:00 PM KO, Sky Sports Premier League
Saturday, August 22
- Hull City vs Manchester United – 12:30 PM KO, TNT Sports
- Everton vs Crystal Palace
- Ipswich Town vs Sunderland
- Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United
- Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur – 5:30 PM KO, Sky Sports Premier League
Sunday, August 23
- Brighton and Hove Albion vs Aston Villa – 2:00 PM KO, Sky Sports Premier League
- Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth – 2:00 PM KO, Sky Sports Main Event
- Newcastle United vs Liverpool – 4:30 PM KO, Sky Sports Main Event
Monday, August 24
- Fulham vs Chelsea – 8:00 PM KO, Sky Sports Premier League
Fans can look forward to an exciting weekend filled with competitive matches as the Premier League season kicks off. For more details on how to watch, visit this link.
Published on 2026-08-21 13:59:00 • By the Editorial Desk
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