What Channel is Arsenal vs Coventry City on Tonight? Where to Watch & Live Streaming

The Arsenal vs Coventry City Premier League opener is on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM BST at Emirates Stadium. UK viewers can watch the game live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with streaming available through NOW. Arsenal begin their title defence against newly promoted Coventry City, who are returning to the Premier League after 25 years.

Arsenal enter the new campaign as reigning champions and strong favourites after beating Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield. Coventry, meanwhile, arrive as Championship winners and have invested heavily during the summer to prepare for their return to the top flight. Here is everything you need to know about the Arsenal vs Coventry City live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, team news and predicted lineups.

Arsenal vs Coventry City Match Details

Where to Watch Arsenal vs Coventry City Live?

The Premier League opener is available across a number of broadcasters depending on your location. Sky Sports holds the UK rights for the fixture, while viewers in the United States can use NBCUniversal's Premier League coverage.

Note: International fans should check their local broadcaster or streaming service before kick-off, as rights and channel availability can vary by territory.

Arsenal vs Coventry City Team News & Form

Arsenal begin their title defence with strong momentum after a convincing Community Shield victory, while Coventry arrive in the top flight after winning the EFL Championship. The hosts have the stronger squad on paper, but Frank Lampard's side have strengthened significantly and are expected to approach the game without fear.

Arsenal FC Team News

Arsenal FC beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield and have several key players available. William Saliba and Jurrien Timber remain unavailable, while Bruno Guimaraes faces a fitness check after picking up a knock. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice are expected to feature, while new signing Christos Tzolis could make his competitive debut.

Coventry City Team News

Championship winners Coventry have strengthened heavily ahead of their Premier League return. Haji Wright is unavailable, while Jack Rudoni and Frank Onyeka are doubts. New arrivals are expected to feature as Lampard looks to give Coventry a strong start against the reigning champions.

Arsenal vs Coventry City Predicted Lineups

Arsenal Predicted Lineup

David Raya; Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel Magalhaes, Riccardo Calafiori; Declan Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Christos Tzolis; Kai Havertz.

Coventry City Predicted Lineup

Carl Rushworth; Milan van Ewijk, Bobby Thomas, Aurele Amenda, Jay Da Silva; Frank Onyeka, Matt Grimes; Loum Tchaouna, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Gustavo Hamer; Ellis Simms.