The highly anticipated 2026/2027 Premier League season is set to kick off with a series of thrilling encounters. Saturday, August 22, will see newly promoted Hull City face a significant early challenge against Senne Lammens’ Manchester United. Elsewhere, Everton will host Crystal Palace, while another new arrival, Ipswich Town, makes its Premier League return with an away fixture at Sunderland. Nottingham Forest is scheduled to welcome Leeds United, and Brentford will clash with Tottenham.

Sunday, August 23, promises more excitement as Brighton, featuring Maxime De Cuyper, takes on Europa League champions Aston Villa, led by Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana. Manchester City, still awaiting the announcement of their new manager following the Pep Guardiola era, will begin their campaign at home against Bournemouth. Meanwhile, Newcastle will play host to Liverpool in a compelling matchup.

The opening weekend of the season will culminate on Monday, August 24, with a fierce London derby between Fulham and Chelsea.

Looking ahead in the season, several monumental clashes are already circled on calendars. The first major London derby, pitting Arsenal against Chelsea, is slated for the weekend of September 5. Just one week later, the Manchester faithful will witness their derby as United and City go head-to-head. A classic rivalry will reignite around November 21 when Liverpool welcomes Manchester United. Finally, Arsenal is set to battle last season’s runner-up, Manchester City, at the Emirates Stadium during the weekend of November 28, promising a pivotal encounter in the title race.