Aston Villa will begin the new Premier League season away to Brighton & Hove Albion.Villa are coming off the back of another successful campaign under manager Unai Emery after winning last season’s Europa League and finishing fourth in the top flight – both of which earn clubs a place in the Champions League initial league phase.Emery’s side first face Brighton & Hove Albion on August 23, before hosting Arsenal the following week in the team’s first match at Villa Park. They conclude the season at home against Tottenham Hotspur on May 30.Aston Villa’s Premier League fixtures 2026-27

23/08/2026 14:00 Brighton and Hove Albion v Aston Villa

29/08/2026 15:00 Aston Villa v Arsenal

05/09/2026 15:00 Hull City v Aston Villa

12/09/2026 15:00 Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest