Arsenal kick off their title defence against Coventry, the club’s first top‑flight game in 25 years, on Friday 21 August at the Emirates. The match will be shown live on Sky Sports at 8 pm. The Gunners, who won the Premier League last season after a 22‑year drought, look to start the campaign on a high note.

Arsenal’s run continues with a 3‑pm clash at Villa Park on 29 August against Aston Villa, followed by a 3‑pm home outing at the Emirates on 5 September versus Chelsea, coached by Xabi Alonso. The schedule also slots in a 3‑pm fixture against Sunderland on 12 September, adding depth to the early‑season lineup.

Later fixtures bookend the season: a 3‑pm showdown with Manchester City on 28 November, a 3‑pm north London derby at Tottenham on 5 December, and a 3‑pm clash with Liverpool on 6 February. These matches will test Arsenal’s consistency against top‑tier rivals and set the tone for the title race.

Sky Sports will broadcast over 1,500 live matches next season, including a minimum of 215 Premier League games, giving fans comprehensive coverage. The Emirates hosts will see Arsenal aim to repeat last season’s triumph, while Coventry strives to prove its worth after a 25‑year absence. The first league clash sets the stage for a tense, competitive campaign.