June 19 (Reuters) - Premier ⁠League champions Arsenal will begin their ⁠title defence at home to newly promoted ‌Coventry City when the 2026–27 season kicks off on August 21.

Coventry return to the top flight for ​the first time in 25 ⁠years and face ⁠a daunting test against Mikel Arteta's side, who ⁠ended a ‌22-year wait for the title last season.