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The 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have been released, with champions Arsenal set to kick off the season at home against newly promoted Coventry City. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Coventry's return to the top flight after years in the lower divisions makes this a highly anticipated opener. Arsenal will be looking to begin their title defense on a strong note.
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Arsenal begin title defence against Coventry as fixtures revealed
(The Independent)
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