IEThe Irish Times
Post-Pep Premier League era begins with blast of hyper-managed shock and awe
Possession numbers, the intense physicality and the pure rhythm of games all felt noticeably new as the season began
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- The Irish Times
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- 24 Aug 2026, 20:07 UTC
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- Barney Ronay
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Possession numbers, the intense physicality and the pure rhythm of games all felt noticeably new as the season began
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Post-Pep Premier League era begins with blast of hyper-managed shock and awe
Possession numbers, the intense physicality and the pure rhythm of games all felt noticeably new as the season began
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Post-Pep Premier League era begins with blast of hyper-managed shock and awe
Possession numbers, the intense physicality and the pure rhythm of games all felt noticeably new as the season began
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