Match ReportSky SportsUnverified source· 21 Aug 2026
Arsenal thrash Coventry 3-0 in title defence opener
Arsenal kicked off their Premier League title defence in style with a dominant 3-0 win over newly-promoted Coventry.
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NS · Premier League
CoventryCompetition
Premier League
Score
Arsenal 3-0 Coventry City
Venue
Emirates Stadium
What happened. Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium.
- Arsenal made a flying start to the season.
- Coventry were thumped in their top-flight return.
- The win came in the season opener for both teams.
Arsenal will look to build on this strong start as the season progresses.
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