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New managers make mixed starts in Premier League openers

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:54 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

New managers make mixed starts in Premier League openers
Summary

Nine clubs entered the Premier League season with new managers, including Chelsea's Xabi Alonso and Liverpool's Andoni Iraola. Marco Rose's Bournemouth narrowly lost to Manchester City, conceding two late goals, while Alonso's Chelsea took a lead but had defensive issues in a draw against Fulham. Crystal Palace's Pierre Sage suffered a defeat at Everton, despite opportunities, and Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham conceded early but saw a debut goal. Ipswich Town's Gary O'Neil secured a vital victory against Sunderland, benefiting from significant investment in transfers.

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  • •Marco Rose's Bournemouth lost 2-1 at Manchester City.
  • •Xabi Alonso's Chelsea settled for a draw against Fulham.
  • •Pierre Sage's Crystal Palace lost to Everton despite several chances.
  • •Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham conceded a goal within the first minute.
  • •Gary O'Neil's Ipswich Town achieved a vital win over Sunderland.
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  • 8:54 AMBBC Sport — How did all nine new managers fare in Premier League openers?
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Who impressed and who has work to do? BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty looks at how the nine new managerial appointments fared on the opening week of the Premier League season.

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