The English Premier League is back, marking the start of a new campaign that has already captured the imagination of football fans across the globe.
Arsenal enter the opening weekend with a renewed sense of purpose, hoping to reclaim the championship they last lifted 22 years ago, and they will be bolstered by the return of star forwards Erling Haaland and midfielder Bruno Fernandes, both of whom are listed among the 18 marquee players making their comeback.
The first match of the season pits Arsenal against Coventry City on Friday, August 21, at 3 p.m. Eastern Time, a fixture that will be televised live on USA Network and also available through the network’s parent platform, NBC.
Beyond traditional broadcast, the league’s growing digital footprint means that viewers can stream the action on Sling TV, which offers 1‑Day, 3‑Day and 7‑Day passes that grant access to a suite of sports‑focused channels.
Broadcast and streaming options
The Sling Orange package forms the core of the offering, bundling essential networks such as ESPN, CNN and HGTV, while additional add‑ons like Sports Extra, Entertainment/Hollywood Extra, Heartland Extra and News Extra allow fans to tailor their viewing experience to the specific matches they want to follow.
The schedule stretches across Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, featuring a slate that includes not only Arsenal’s clash with Coventry City but also encounters involving Hull City, Manchester United, Everton, Crystal Palace, Brentford, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City, AFC Bournemouth, Newcastle United, Liverpool and the West London derby between Fulham and Chelsea.
With the season’s first fixtures set to deliver high‑stakes drama and the convenience of multiple viewing platforms, the excitement surrounding the Premier League’s return is palpable, promising a year of compelling storylines and unforgettable moments.