Arsenal open title defence with 3-0 win
Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a 3-0 home victory over newly promoted Coventry City. Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard scored at the Emirates Stadium. Reports from the BBC, Guardian, CBS and Sky described a comfortable opening performance by the champions against the league newcomers.
Why it matters
A convincing first match gives Arsenal an early platform as they attempt to retain the Premier League title.
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Part of the August 22, 2026 brief.