EPL 2026-27 Teams: Complete Premier League Clubs List
The EPL 2026-27 season features 20 clubs competing in England’s top division, with a refreshed lineup following promotion and relegation at the end of the previous campaign. Established Premier League names such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are joined this season by Coventry City, Hull City and Ipswich Town, who earned promotion from the EFL Championship.
Their arrival means Burnley, West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers are no longer part of the Premier League after being relegated in 2025-26.
The 2026-27 campaign officially kicked off on Friday, 21 August 2026, with Arsenal hosting Coventry City at Emirates Stadium. The season is scheduled to run until Sunday, 30 May 2027.
Below is the complete EPL 2026-27 teams list, along with the promoted and relegated clubs, locations, season format, important dates and answers to frequently asked questions.
EPL 2026-27 Teams – Quick Answer
There are 20 teams in the 2026-27 Premier League:
AFC Bournemouth, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea, Coventry City, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, Hull City, Ipswich Town, Leeds United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland and Tottenham Hotspur.
The three newly promoted clubs are Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City.
Complete EPL 2026-27 Teams List
| No. | Club | City/Area | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AFC Bournemouth | Bournemouth | Returning |
| 2 | Arsenal | London | Returning |
| 3 | Aston Villa | Birmingham | Returning |
| 4 | Brentford | London | Returning |
| 5 | Brighton & Hove Albion | Brighton & Hove | Returning |
| 6 | Chelsea | London | Returning |
| 7 | Coventry City | Coventry | Promoted |
| 8 | Crystal Palace | London | Returning |
| 9 | Everton | Liverpool | Returning |
| 10 | Fulham | London | Returning |
| 11 | Hull City | Hull | Promoted |
| 12 | Ipswich Town | Ipswich | Promoted |
| 13 | Leeds United | Leeds | Returning |
| 14 | Liverpool | Liverpool | Returning |
| 15 | Manchester City | Manchester | Returning |
| 16 | Manchester United | Manchester | Returning |
| 17 | Newcastle United | Newcastle upon Tyne | Returning |
| 18 | Nottingham Forest | Nottingham | Returning |
| 19 | Sunderland | Sunderland | Returning |
| 20 | Tottenham Hotspur | London | Returning |
The Premier League officially lists these 20 clubs as the participants for the 2026-27 season.
Which Teams Were Promoted to the Premier League in 2026?
The three promoted Premier League teams for 2026-27 are:
- Coventry City
- Ipswich Town
- Hull City
All three came up from the EFL Championship and were formally admitted as Premier League members ahead of the new campaign.
Coventry City
Coventry City are back in the Premier League after a long absence from England’s top flight.
The Sky Blues last played in the Premier League in the 2000-01 season, making their 2026 return particularly significant for the club and its supporters.
Coventry were also given a high-profile start to life back in the division, travelling to Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal in the opening match of the 2026-27 Premier League season.
Ipswich Town
Ipswich Town are another of the three promoted clubs competing in the Premier League this season.
Their promotion returned the Tractor Boys to England’s top division and added another historic club to the 2026-27 lineup.
Ipswich opened their Premier League campaign at home against Sunderland.
Hull City
Hull City complete the promoted trio for 2026-27.
The Tigers returned to the Premier League after several seasons outside the top flight and began their new campaign with a home fixture against Manchester United.
The additions of Coventry, Ipswich and Hull are the three changes to the Premier League membership compared with the previous season.
Which Teams Were Relegated From the Premier League in 2025-26?
Three teams were relegated from the Premier League at the end of the 2025-26 campaign:
| Relegated Club | 2026-27 Division |
|---|---|
| Burnley | EFL Championship |
| West Ham United | EFL Championship |
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | EFL Championship |
They were replaced in the Premier League by Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City.
The change in membership was formally completed at the Premier League’s Annual General Meeting, when the relegated clubs transferred back their Premier League shares and the promoted clubs were admitted as members.
EPL 2026-27 Promoted and Relegated Teams
For a simple comparison, here is how the Premier League lineup changed:
| Promoted to Premier League | Relegated From Premier League |
|---|---|
| Coventry City | Burnley |
| Ipswich Town | West Ham United |
| Hull City | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
This leaves the Premier League with its standard 20-club lineup for the 2026-27 season.
When Did the 2026-27 Premier League Season Start?
The 2026-27 Premier League season started on Friday, 21 August 2026.
The opening fixture was:
Arsenal vs Coventry City
Venue: Emirates Stadium
Kick-off: 20:00 BST
The game gave newly promoted Coventry City an immediate test against Arsenal on their return to the Premier League.
The rest of Matchweek 1 continued from Saturday, 22 August through Monday, 24 August.
When Does the Premier League 2026-27 Season End?
The final match round of the 2026-27 Premier League season is scheduled for Sunday, 30 May 2027.
As usual on the final day, all 10 Premier League matches are scheduled to kick off simultaneously.
The season calendar contains 33 weekend match rounds and five midweek match rounds.
How Many Teams Are in the Premier League?
The Premier League has 20 teams.
The competition originally featured 22 clubs when it began in 1992, but the number was reduced to 20 ahead of the 1995-96 season and has remained at 20 since then.
Every club plays each of the other 19 teams twice:
- 19 home matches
- 19 away matches
- 38 matches per team
That creates a total of 380 Premier League matches across the full season.
Premier League 2026-27 Format
The Premier League follows a double round-robin format, meaning every club faces every other team once at home and once away.
Premier League Points System
Teams receive:
- 3 points for a win
- 1 point for a draw
- 0 points for a defeat
League position is primarily determined by points accumulated across the 38 matches.
The club that finishes first becomes the Premier League champion, while the bottom three teams are relegated to the EFL Championship.
EPL 2026-27 Teams by City and Location
The Premier League brings together clubs from several parts of England. Here is the full lineup by location:
| Club | City/Area |
|---|---|
| AFC Bournemouth | Bournemouth |
| Arsenal | London |
| Aston Villa | Birmingham |
| Brentford | London |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | Brighton & Hove |
| Chelsea | London |
| Coventry City | Coventry |
| Crystal Palace | London |
| Everton | Liverpool |
| Fulham | London |
| Hull City | Hull |
| Ipswich Town | Ipswich |
| Leeds United | Leeds |
| Liverpool | Liverpool |
| Manchester City | Manchester |
| Manchester United | Manchester |
| Newcastle United | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Nottingham Forest | Nottingham |
| Sunderland | Sunderland |
| Tottenham Hotspur | London |
How Many London Teams Are in the Premier League 2026-27?
There are six London clubs in the 2026-27 Premier League:
- Arsenal
- Brentford
- Chelsea
- Crystal Palace
- Fulham
- Tottenham Hotspur
London therefore has the largest concentration of clubs in the league this season.
Manchester Teams in the Premier League
Manchester continues to have two clubs in the Premier League:
- Manchester City
- Manchester United
Matches between the two sides form the Manchester derby, one of the best-known city rivalries in English football.
Liverpool Teams in the Premier League
The city of Liverpool is represented by two clubs:
- Liverpool
- Everton
Their meetings are known as the Merseyside derby.
North East Premier League Teams
Two major North East clubs are competing in the Premier League in 2026-27:
- Newcastle United
- Sunderland
With both sides in the same division, the season features Premier League meetings between the regional rivals.
Which Clubs Have Played in Every Premier League Season?
Six clubs in the 2026-27 lineup have been ever-present in the Premier League since the competition began in 1992:
- Arsenal
- Chelsea
- Everton
- Liverpool
- Manchester United
- Tottenham Hotspur
These are the only six clubs to have competed in every Premier League season from 1992-93 through 2026-27.
What Changed From the 2025-26 Premier League?
The biggest change to the 2026-27 EPL teams list is the replacement of three relegated clubs by three promoted Championship sides.
Out: Burnley, West Ham United, Wolverhampton Wanderers
In: Coventry City, Ipswich Town, Hull City
The other 17 clubs retained their places in the Premier League.
The changes also brought Coventry back to the Premier League after a lengthy absence, while Ipswich and Hull returned to England’s top division as part of the new-look 20-team lineup.
Key 2026-27 Premier League Season Facts
| Detail | 2026-27 Season |
|---|---|
| Number of Teams | 20 |
| Matches Per Team | 38 |
| Total Matches | 380 |
| Promoted Teams | Coventry City, Ipswich Town, Hull City |
| Relegated From 2025-26 | Burnley, West Ham United, Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| Season Start | 21 August 2026 |
| Season End | 30 May 2027 |
| Opening Match | Arsenal vs Coventry City |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 20 Premier League teams for 2026-27?
The 20 teams are AFC Bournemouth, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea, Coventry City, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, Hull City, Ipswich Town, Leeds United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland and Tottenham Hotspur.
Which teams were promoted to the Premier League for 2026-27?
Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City were promoted from the EFL Championship and joined the Premier League for the 2026-27 season.
Which Premier League teams were relegated in 2026?
Burnley, West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers were relegated from the Premier League at the end of the 2025-26 season.
How many teams are in the Premier League?
There are 20 clubs in the Premier League. Each team plays 38 matches during the season.
How many matches are in the 2026-27 Premier League season?
There are 380 matches in total, with each of the 20 clubs playing 19 home and 19 away fixtures.
When did the EPL 2026-27 season start?
The 2026-27 Premier League season started on Friday, 21 August 2026, with Arsenal hosting Coventry City.
When does the Premier League 2026-27 season end?
The final match round is scheduled for Sunday, 30 May 2027.
Is Coventry City in the Premier League in 2026-27?
Yes. Coventry City are competing in the 2026-27 Premier League after earning promotion from the Championship.
Is Ipswich Town in the Premier League in 2026-27?
Yes. Ipswich Town are one of the three promoted clubs competing in the Premier League this season.
Is Hull City in the Premier League in 2026-27?
Yes. Hull City returned to the Premier League for the 2026-27 season following promotion from the Championship.
Is West Ham United in the Premier League in 2026-27?
No. West Ham United were relegated at the end of the 2025-26 season and are competing outside the Premier League in 2026-27.
Are Wolves in the Premier League in 2026-27?
No. Wolverhampton Wanderers were relegated from the Premier League following the 2025-26 campaign.
Conclusion
The 2026-27 Premier League has a refreshed 20-team lineup following the promotion of Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City and the relegation of Burnley, West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The campaign runs from 21 August 2026 to 30 May 2027, with each club scheduled to play 38 matches and all 20 teams competing across a 380-match Premier League season.
For supporters looking for the latest EPL 2026-27 teams, promoted clubs, relegated sides and key season information, this page will be updated as the campaign progresses.
