The 2026/27 Premier League Draft
Summary
Micah Richards, Alan Shearer, Garin Nijegorodov, and Rob Jones return for a team draft challenge on The Rest Is Football. After determining pick order via a World Cup goals quiz, the hosts select their ideal Premier League squads using a snake draft format. They debate player choices, formations, and managers, with Arsenal stars heavily featured across all teams. The episode concludes by inviting listeners to vote on social media for the best assembled side.
Topics discussed
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Introduction and explanation of the draft rules
Quiz question determines the draft order
Draft picks: Goalkeepers, defenders, and early stars
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Draft picks: Midfielders, wingers, and managers
Final team lineups revealed by all hosts
Team analysis, Arsenal dominance, and sign-off
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