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Premier League schedule
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The gist
Premier League Matchweek 3 runs Sept 4-6, featuring Arsenal vs Chelsea on Sunday. Fans in the US can watch across NBC, USA, and Peacock.
Background
The 2026/27 Premier League season started on August 21, 2026, a week later than usual due to the World Cup. It will run over 38 weeks, concluding on May 30, 2027. Matchweek 3 is the focus of current attention, with several notable fixtures including Arsenal vs Chelsea.
How it unfolded
- Aug 21, 2026The 2026/27 Premier League season kicked off, a week later than usual due to the World Cup.
- Aug 31, 2026Matchweek 2 concluded with Aston Villa vs Arsenal, and the schedule for Matchweek 3 was announced.
- Sep 4, 2026Matchweek 3 began with Ipswich Town vs Liverpool on Friday.
- Sep 5, 2026Saturday's fixtures included Newcastle vs Bournemouth, Manchester City vs Coventry, and Hull vs Aston Villa.
- Sep 6, 2026Sunday's matches feature Everton vs Manchester United and the headline clash Arsenal vs Chelsea.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- The Premier League promotes Matchweek 3 with key questions about tactical battles and new managers' impacts.
- Analysts
- The Athletic highlights that Manchester United are under pressure after a shock defeat, while Leeds vs Brentford is a clash of two impressive starters.