The 2026/27 Premier League season is underway, with the second week of fixtures running from August 28 to August 31. Fans in the US can watch matches through NBC platforms, while select fixtures may also be available through free streaming trials or international services.
The Premier League 2026/27 season began on August 21, 2026, and will run through May 30, 2027. The campaign consists of 38 weeks, including 33 weekends and five midweek Match Rounds, with the second week featuring fixtures involving Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and other clubs.
Key Highlights
- The 2026/27 Premier League season began on August 21 and is scheduled to conclude on May 30, 2027.
- The second week of fixtures runs from August 28 through August 31, including Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa vs. Arsenal.
- US viewers can watch Premier League matches through Peacock, USA Network and NBC, with Spanish-language coverage available through Telemundo and Universo.
- Select matches may be available through free trials offered by streaming services, while some international fixtures can be accessed through geo-locked services.
Premier League 2026/27: Second-Week Fixtures
The second week of the Premier League campaign features matches from Friday through Monday. Liverpool face Nottingham Forest on Saturday, while Manchester City travel to Crystal Palace on Friday. The round concludes with Aston Villa hosting Arsenal on Monday.
| Date | Fixture | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 28 | Crystal Palace vs. Manchester City | 15:00 |
| Saturday, August 29 | Liverpool vs. Nottingham Forest | 7:30 |
| Saturday, August 29 | Bournemouth vs. Everton | 10:00 |
| Saturday, August 29 | Coventry City vs. Hull City | 10:00 |
| Saturday, August 29 | Tottenham Hotspur vs. Newcastle United | 12:30 |
| Sunday, August 30 | Chelsea vs. Brighton and Hove Albion | 9:00 |
| Sunday, August 30 | Leeds United vs. Brentford | 9:00 |
| Sunday, August 30 | Sunderland vs. Fulham | 9:00 |
| Sunday, August 30 | Manchester United vs. Ipswich Town | 11:30 |
| Monday, August 31 | Aston Villa vs. Arsenal | 15:00 |
Where to Watch the Premier League in the US
NBC holds the US rights for Premier League matches during the 2026/27 season. Coverage is available through Peacock, USA Network and NBC’s traditional television channels. Viewers need a cable subscription or a live TV streaming service for the relevant broadcasts.
Spanish-language coverage is handled by Telemundo and Universo. The available services and packages listed in the supplied information include different combinations of these networks.
| Service | Plan / Cost | Premier League-Related Access |
|---|---|---|
| DirecTV | $90/month Entertainment; $125/month Ultimate | USA Network and Telemundo; Universo requires Ultimate |
| Fubo | $20/month Latino plan | Telemundo and Universo |
| Hulu + Live TV | $90/month; add-ons available | USA Network and NBC Sports; additional Spanish-language options |
| Peacock | $10.99/month Premium | Premier League matches broadcast on NBC’s platform |
| Sling | $46/month Sling Blue | USA Network |
| YouTube TV | $83/month standard; $65 Sports package | USA Network, NBC Sports and Telemundo; Universo via Spanish Plus add-on |
How to Watch Premier League Games for Free
Select Premier League games may be watched without an additional subscription cost by using free trials from services such as DirecTV, FuboTV and YouTube TV, where the relevant NBC coverage is included. The supplied information says these trials typically last only a few days, so viewers need to time a trial around the fixture they want to watch.
The source also identifies CazéTV as a possible free option for select fixtures. Availability can depend on location and the specific match.
Can a VPN Help Watch Premier League Matches?
A VPN can be used when traveling or when viewers are trying to access international streaming options that are restricted by location. The supplied information mentions Sky Sports in the UK, Stan in Australia and Canal+ in France as examples of international services that may offer Premier League coverage under their respective conditions.
The source also says that viewers may be able to access select CazéTV fixtures by connecting through a server in Brazil. It further mentions the possibility of using a VPN with an HBO Max subscription to access TNT Sports broadcasts in the UK, where the service is described as carrying 52 games during the season.
Teams in the 2026/27 Premier League
The 2026/27 Premier League features 20 teams. The participating clubs include 17 teams from the previous season’s top flight and three promoted clubs from the EFL Championship: Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City.
Coventry City are returning to the league after a 25-year absence. West Ham United, Burnley and Wolverhampton Wanderers have been relegated to the second division.
| Category | Teams Mentioned in the Source |
|---|---|
| Promoted | Coventry City, Ipswich Town, Hull City |
| Defending champions | Arsenal |
| Other participating clubs | Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, Leeds United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland, Tottenham Hotspur |
| Relegated | West Ham United, Burnley, Wolverhampton Wanderers |
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026/27 Premier League season end?
The 2026/27 Premier League season is scheduled to conclude on May 30, 2027.
Where can US viewers watch the Premier League?
US viewers can watch Premier League coverage through Peacock, USA Network and NBC. Spanish-language broadcasts are available through Telemundo and Universo.
Can Premier League matches be watched for free?
Select matches may be available through free trials offered by streaming services such as DirecTV, FuboTV and YouTube TV. The source also identifies CazéTV as a possible free option for select fixtures.
Which clubs were promoted for the 2026/27 season?
Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City were promoted from the EFL Championship for the 2026/27 Premier League season.
The second week of the 2026/27 Premier League schedule runs through Monday, August 31, with Aston Villa vs. Arsenal listed as the final fixture in the supplied schedule. Viewers can choose from the US television and streaming services listed above, while selected international options may depend on location.
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