Premier League preseason winners and losers: Wonderkids, new managers, injuries
Who has excelled and who has seemingly struggled to get into their best form ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season?
The Premier League preseason has been a wild ride, folks! As we count down to the start of the 2026-27 season, it's been fascinating to see which teams and players are hitting the ground running, and who are struggling to find their footing. The emergence of wonderkids, new managers trying to make their mark, and a slew of injuries have all contributed to a thrilling preseason that's left fans eager for the real thing.
For teams that have excelled in preseason, it's often been a story of continuity and chemistry. Clubs that have retained their core players and added smartly have tended to dominate the friendlies, while new managers have had varying degrees of success. Of course, preseason results aren't always a reliable indicator of what's to come, but it's hard to ignore the momentum built by teams like Manchester City and Liverpool, who are looking to make a deep run in the Champions League and Premier League.
As we head into the final stretch before the season kicks off, all eyes will be on the teams dealing with key injuries and trying to get their star players back up to speed. Tottenham's struggles in preseason, for example, have been compounded by a few high-profile injuries, while Arsenal's new manager will be looking to turn things around quickly. What to watch next? The Community Shield between Manchester City and Chelsea will provide an early-season litmus test, and we'll be keeping a close eye on how the top teams navigate the transfer window in the coming weeks.
Originally reported by espn.com. TourNews adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.