A crackdown on time wasting, a record number of new people in charge, and some new faces on Match of the Day
The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off on Friday and while the familiar rivalries return, the English top flight has some alterations this campaign. From evolved rules to new faces and broadcast changes, there is plenty to catch up on before a ball is kicked.
Marco Rose – Bournemouth
Xabi Alonso – Chelsea
Pierre Sage – Crystal Palace
Álvaro Arbeloa – Fulham
Gary O’Neil – Ipswich Town
Andoni Iraola – Liverpool
Enzo Maresca- Manchester City
Matthias Jaissle – Newcastle
Oliver Glasner – Nottingham Forest
