About Premier League Season 2026/27
The 2026/27 Premier League season kicks off on Friday 21 August 2026, with champions Arsenal opening the campaign at home to newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates. The final round of matches is scheduled for Sunday 30 May 2027.
Why does the season start later than usual?
The Premier League pushed the start back a week — recent seasons began in mid-August — to give players a longer break after the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America, which finished on 19 July. The gap leaves 33 days between the World Cup final and the opening Premier League fixture, following concerns from players' unions about congested calendars and inadequate recovery time.
Key dates for the 2026/27 season
The FA Community Shield — the traditional curtain-raiser between the league champions and FA Cup winners — takes place on Sunday 16 August 2026 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The full 380-match fixture list was released on 19 June 2026. As always, fixtures are subject to change for television broadcast selections, typically confirmed four to six weeks ahead of each match round.
The world's most-watched league
The Premier League remains the most-watched football league on the planet, broadcast to over 180 countries. Since its formation in 1992, only seven clubs have won the title: Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Blackburn Rovers and Leicester City.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until Premier League Season 2026/27?
There are 20 days until Premier League Season 2026/27 on 21 August 2026.
What day of the week is Premier League Season 2026/27?
Premier League Season 2026/27 falls on a Friday in 2026.
How many weeks until Premier League Season 2026/27?
Approximately 3 weeks until Premier League Season 2026/27.
How many months until Premier League Season 2026/27?
Approximately 0.7 months until Premier League Season 2026/27.
How many hours until Premier League Season 2026/27?
Approximately 480 hours until Premier League Season 2026/27.