FULL LIST: Top 10 EPL managers in 2026 by points-per-game
As the 2025/26 Premier League season draws to a close, the title race intensifies as Arsenal lead the table with 73 points from 34 matches, closely followed by Manchester City
As the 2025/26 Premier League season draws to a close, the title race intensifies as Arsenal lead the table with 73 points from 34 matches, closely followed by Manchester City on 70 points with a game in hand.
While the title race remains tight, a points-per-game (PPG) analysis of managers has offered a deeper look into performance levels of coaches and teams across the campaign.
According to Planet Football, here are the top 10 managers in the English Premier League:
1. Michael Carrick - 2.17 PPG since taking interim charge at Manchester United.
2. Mikel Arteta (Arsenal) - 2.14 PPG
3. Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) - 2.12 PPG
4. Arne Slot (Liverpool FC) - 1.70 PPG
5. Unai Emery (Aston Villa) - 1.70 PPG
6. Enzo Maresca (formerly of Chelsea FC) - 1.58 PPG before his January exit
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7. Ruben Amorim - 1.55 PPG during his stint at Manchester United.
8. Fabian Hürzeler (Brighton) - 1.47 PPG
9. Keith Andrews (Brentford) - 1.45 PPG
10. Andoni Iraola (AFC Bournemouth) - 1.44 PPG
The rankings underline not just long-term consistency but also the significant impact of managerial changes in shaping the season’s narrative.
