Ashley Cole highlights Lewis Hall as a breakout star for the season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Ashley Cole has selected Newcastle United's Lewis Hall as the left back to watch in the upcoming Premier League season. Cole, speaking ahead of the season opener, praised Hall's potential despite being omitted from England's World Cup squad. The former Chelsea player noted Hall’s growth since leaving Chelsea for Newcastle and expressed hopes for his continued development this year. The Premier League season begins on August 21, featuring Arsenal against promoted Coventry City, with a focus on broadening the league's appeal following the recently concluded World Cup.
- •Ashley Cole names Lewis Hall as a key player this season.
- •Hall was left out of England's 2026 World Cup squad.
- •Cole worked with Hall during his time at Chelsea.
- •The Premier League season opens on August 21.
- •Arsenal hosts promoted side Coventry City in the first match.
- 3:54 PMYahoo Sports — Ashely Cole names his Premier League breakout star: ‘I think this is going to be a big year for him’
"Lewis Hall was notably left out of England’s 2026 World Cup squad.
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