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The BEST Players of this SEASON…
The Joy of Football - With Martin Tyler & Neil Barnett›
Jun 2, 20261:20:43
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In this episode of The Joy of Football Podcast, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett take on one of the biggest debates in football — but with a twist.
Instead of picking just one Premier League Team of the Season, they build multiple.
From the ‘Best XI‘ to alternative selections based on impact, breakout, exploits against Neil’s Chelsea, and MORE! This episode explores how different players from across the Premier League season deserve recognition - depending on how you define “the best”.
The discussion features players and performances from across the league, including stars from:
Manchester City
Arsenal
Liverpool
Chelsea
Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur
and more
Martin Tyler brings his historical perspective to what makes a true “Team of the Season”, while Neil Barnett challenges the traditional approach - asking whether one XI can ever truly represent an entire Premier League campaign.
From title winners to standout individuals across the table, this is a full breakdown of the best players in the Premier League this season - with plenty of debate along the way.
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