Blues to kick off league title defense at Chelsea
Sports | REUTERS 19 Jun 2024Manchester City begin their fifth straight defense of the English Premier League title with a trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on August 18.
Chelsea's newly appointed manager, Enzo Maresca, will face a familiar side as he previously assisted Pep Guardiola during their Treble-winning season and also coached City's youth team.
Manchester United host Fulham in the first match of the season on August 16 while Arsenal host Wolves on August 17.
Among other opening fixtures, Championship winners Leicester City host Tottenham and Newcastle entertain promotion playoff winners Southampton.
Ipswich Town, who are returning to the Premier League after 22 years following back-to-back promotions, host Liverpool in an early kick-off on August 17.
The league will begin in mid-August after the mid-season break was removed from the calendar in order to allow for a longer close-season break.
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