Goal has published its ranking of the best managers for the 2025/26 Premier League season. Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola took the top spot.
The Spanish tactician achieved remarkable results with Bournemouth this season. The team went on an 18-game unbeaten run in the Premier League and finished 6th, a historic achievement for the club.
Iraola transformed Bournemouth from an average mid-table side into a disciplined, competitive unit that poses a serious threat to opponents. Under his leadership, the team utilized high pressing, rapid transitions, and tactical discipline to take points from many top clubs.
Second place in the ranking went to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. The Spaniard led the 'Gunners' to their first Premier League title in 22 years, making his second-place ranking a subject of interesting debate.
Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris took third place, recognized for his exceptional work in preparing his team throughout the season.
The top five also includes Aston Villa manager Unai Emery and Brentford coach Keith Andrews. Emery maintained consistency with his squad, while Andrews kept Brentford highly competitive.
Interestingly, Pep Guardiola, who finished 2nd with Manchester City, was placed 6th in the ranking. He was followed by Manchester United manager Michael Carrick. Despite the 'Red Devils' finishing in the top three, Carrick was placed 7th by Goal.
According to Goal, the best Premier League managers of the season are:
Andoni Iraola — Bournemouth
Mikel Arteta — Arsenal
Régis Le Bris — Sunderland
Unai Emery — Aston Villa
Keith Andrews — Brentford
Pep Guardiola — Manchester City
Michael Carrick — Manchester United
Daniel Farke — Leeds United
Fabian Hürzeler — Brighton
Roberto De Zerbi — Tottenham
This ranking clearly considers not just the final league position, but also team potential, overachievement, playing style, and consistency throughout the season.
In short, Goal named Andoni Iraola the best manager of the Premier League season. Bournemouth's 18-game unbeaten streak and 6th-place finish propelled the Spaniard to the top. Arteta won the title, but Iraola impressed everyone with his 'low resources, high reward' formula.
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