Iraola starts unbeaten with Liverpool, first since Fagan in 1983
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 8:54 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Andoni Iraola has begun his tenure as Liverpool manager with two wins and three draws in the Premier League, accumulating nine points from a possible 15. His run marks the first time since Joe Fagan in September 1983 that a Reds manager has remained unbeaten in their first five league games. After a challenging match against Bournemouth, Iraola noted that the team improved in the second half, securing another clean sheet. He emphasized the need for adaptations and improvements as the squad faces a demanding schedule ahead with Champions League and domestic fixtures. The match is still in progress as Liverpool seeks to secure a strong performance.
- •Iraola remains unbeaten in first five league games with Liverpool.
- •Liverpool earned nine points from five Premier League matches.
- •The Reds have achieved three consecutive league clean sheets.
- •Iraola has highlighted the need for improvement in attack.
- •Upcoming schedule includes Champions League and domestic matches.
- 8:54 AMYahoo Sports — Iraola makes best league start since Fagan
"With nine points from a possible 15 in the Premier League and wins at Anfield in the Champions League and Carabao Cup, Iraola has had a largely positive start to life at Liverpool. The 44-year-old is the first manager to remain unbeaten in his first five league games in charge of the Reds - winning two and drawing three - since Joe Fagan in September 1983.
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