The Scottish Premiership 2026/27 season kicks off with all six opening weekend games broadcast live on Sky Sports. Following a dramatic previous season where Celtic clinched the title on the final day against Hearts, the new campaign promises new managers, players, and rule changes.

Key changes include a single remaining artificial pitch at Falkirk Stadium, with Kilmarnock switching to grass. Hearts have seen significant squad changes after their near title miss, with key players like Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin departing. Several clubs, including Aberdeen, Hearts, Kilmarnock, Rangers, and St Mirren, have new captains. The transfer window closes on September 3rd at 5 pm. Scotland's European qualification hopes are impacted by a lower coefficient ranking, potentially costing a place. Celtic will raise the league flag against Dundee, and newly promoted St Johnstone will raise their Championship flag.

Notable figures include the retirement of 43-year-old Hearts legend Craig Gordon. Celtic have broken their transfer record to sign Kasper Hogh for £11m. The international break schedule has changed, with one longer break in September/October. Motherwell's new manager, Alfred Johansson, is the league's youngest at 35. New rules include VAR intervention on second yellow cards and stricter time limits for throw-ins, goal kicks, and substitutions. Rangers begin with their fifth new manager in five seasons, Derek McInnes, tasked with winning the league. St Johnstone are the only promoted side. All 12 clubs will be shown live on Sky Sports on opening weekend, a first. Over 80 new signings have been made, with the window still open. All 12 clubs now have dedicated ultras groups. Hearts' new manager is Wouter Vrancken. The season starts just 12 days after the World Cup final, with two new Spanish players arriving. Motherwell's Paul Mc Ginn is the oldest player at 35. The league hasn't been won by a non-Old Firm club in 41 years.