Match ReportFootball.LondonUnverified source· 21 Aug 2026
Arsenal thrash Coventry in Premier League opener
Champions start title defence with emphatic victory over newly-promoted Coventry.
Arsenal— – —
NS · Premier League
CoventryCompetition
Premier League
Score
Arsenal 3-0 Coventry City
Scorers
Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard
Venue
Away
What happened. Arsenal beat Coventry City 3-0 in their Premier League opener, with goals from Havertz, Saka, and Odegaard.
- Arsenal took an early lead through Kai Havertz after good work from Tzolis and Calafiori.
- Bukayo Saka tapped in the second after more good work from Tzolis.
- Martin Odegaard finished with his right foot, sending Rushworth the wrong way.
The win sends a statement that Arsenal want to retain their crown and will be a force this season.
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