New rules, managers and pundits: what’s different this Premier League season?

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