Archive · 21 Aug 2026
Arsenal Face Coventry in Premier League 2026-27 Opener
Arsenal are starting a new Premier League season against Coventry City.
Arsenal are the defending champions, while Coventry have just been promoted to the league.
The match will be played at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium in London.
It is scheduled for Saturday, August 22.
In India, the game will begin at 12:30 AM.
Indian viewers can watch it on the Star Sports Network.
Arsenal recently beat Manchester City 3-0 in another match.
Coventry earned promotion with three games still left in their season.
Arsenal will begin their Premier League 2026-27 title defence against newly promoted Coventry City.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, at Emirates Stadium in London.
Kickoff is set for 12:30 AM IST for viewers in India.
The game will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
Arsenal recently defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the FA Community Shield, while Coventry secured promotion under Frank Lampard.
- Who
- Arsenal and newly promoted Coventry City, managed by Mikel Arteta and Frank Lampard respectively.
- What
- The opening Premier League 2026-27 match between Arsenal and Coventry City.
- When
- Saturday, August 22, at 12:30 AM IST.
- Where
- Emirates Stadium in London, England.
- Why
- Arsenal are opening their title defence, while Coventry are beginning their return to the Premier League after securing promotion.
- Competition
- Premier League 2026-27
- Match
- Arsenal vs Coventry City
- Date
- Saturday, August 22
- India kickoff
- 12:30 AM IST
- Venue
- Emirates Stadium, London, England
- Indian broadcaster
- Star Sports Network
- Recent Arsenal result
- 3-0 win over Manchester City in the FA Community Shield
- Coventry achievement
- Secured Premier League promotion with three games to spare