Sky Sports will broadcast every Scottish Premiership match across the opening weekend of the 2026/27 season, with games spread over four days from July 31 to August 3. Derek McInnes begins his Rangers tenure with a Friday night visit to Dundee United, while Celtic's title defense kicks off Monday against Dundee at Parkhead.

Saturday's double-header features Hearts' search for a new manager continuing at Aberdeen after St Mirren face Falkirk. Sunday brings newly-promoted St Johnstone back to the top flight against Kilmarnock, followed by Hibernian versus Motherwell. The scheduling ensures maximum coverage for Scottish football's return.

The Old Firm derby dates are confirmed for September 20 at Celtic Park, with the reverse fixture at Ibrox on January 2, 2027. Edinburgh derbies begin September 2 at Easter Road, while Dundee rivals meet August 22 at Tannadice. These early fixtures set up crucial momentum races for European qualification spots.

Several matches could shift due to SPFL's European play-off policy, affecting clubs competing in Champions League and Europa League qualifiers. Celtic, Hearts, Rangers, Motherwell and Hibernian may request postponements if their European commitments clash with scheduled fixtures, potentially disrupting the opening month's rhythm.