Manchester City will launch their 2026/27 Premier League run on Sunday, 23 August, hosting Bournemouth at Etihad Stadium. The fixture marks the first test after Pep Guardiola’s exit as the club strides into a new era under Enzo Maresca. The match sets the tone for a season that will see City tackle a litany of top‑tier opponents.

The schedule throws City into a gauntlet of away battles early on, with trips to Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal before the holiday break. The tight sequence of fixtures will test squad depth, especially as City faces Manchester United twice—first on 12 September and again on 20 March—adding derby drama to the campaign.

Late‑season clashes include a Boxing Day trip to Newcastle and a May finale against Sunderland, bookending a campaign that carries over into the Champions League draw on 27 August. The calendar underscores the need for consistent performance across domestic and European fronts.

Sky Sports will broadcast the opening match live, with a minimum of 215 Premier League games televised throughout the season, ensuring fans can follow City’s journey from start to finish.