Which stadium hosted Arsenal versus Coventry City in the 2026–27 Premier League season opener?

Emirates Stadium hosted Arsenal versus Coventry City in the 2026–27 Premier League season opener.

The match was played at Arsenal’s home ground in London on 21 August 2026. Arsenal began their title defence there against newly promoted Coventry City and won 3–0.

Emirates Stadium has been Arsenal’s home since 2006, when the club moved from Highbury. Its name comes from the stadium’s long-running sponsorship agreement with Emirates airline, although football references generally use the shorter name Emirates Stadium.

Highbury is the common mix-up because it was Arsenal’s historic former home. Wembley is England’s national stadium, not Arsenal’s regular Premier League ground, while the Etihad Stadium is Manchester City’s home. None hosted the opening fixture.