Arsenal launch title defence as new-look Premier League kicks off

MANCHESTER. England, Aug 20 : For years Arsenal were the hunters. On Friday they become the hunted as they launch the new Premier League season at home to promoted Coventry City carrying the burden that comes with reaching the summit. Winning the title ended one journey; attempting to retain it begins another. History

The Aston Villa and England defender could bring cover with Arsenal hit by injuries before they begin their Premier League title defence

When it was put to him in a recent interview that Arsenal are the defending Premier League champions, Mikel Arteta interjected.“Attacking another Premier League,” came the correction. “That’s where we’re going.”That is the ambition but it is easier said than done, as a glance through Arsenal’s history books confirms.Si

The former Manchester City and England goalkeeper believes Enzo Maresca will be given time to build.

Captain’s praise for new signings Guimarães and Tzolis Arsenal kick off new season against Coventry on Friday Martin Ødegaard has praised the instant impact made by new signings Bruno Guimarães and Christos Tzolis in Arsenal’s Community Shield victory over Manchester City on Sunday and believes the Premier League

The Norway midfielder made just 16 league starts in his side’s Premier League title-winning campaign last term.

ARSENAL battered Manchester City 3-0 at the Millennium Stadium to lift the Community Shield on Sunday afternoon. But Gooners may have to shield their eyes when they realise the bad omen that comes from winning the pre-season curtain raiser. City looked well under-par on boss Enzo Maresca's debut. But they often underwh

Arsenal kicks off the ⁠new Premier League campaign on Friday against Coventry City.

Premier League champions Arsenal produced a statement win over rivals Manchester City to lift the 2026 Community Shield in Cardiff.

Enzo Maresca urged Man City to learn from their chastening Community Shield defeat against Arsenal after the Italian made a dismal start to the daunting task of replacing Pep Guardiola.