UK pub culture is one of the finest things about the country. There is something very special about going to your local and enjoying a crisp beverage. One of the most common reasons for a visit to the pub is to go and watch some football.
On that note one of the highest pressure jobs in sports is to be a manager of a Premier League football team and can lead to the gaffers getting a lot of hate. What better way to make them more in favour than pose the question which would they be?
Ruben Amorim, Manchester United – Budweiser
Unwavering in their style, both have loyal fanbases and are part of globally recognised brands. The beer is almost unchanged since its creation in 1876. For Amorim, his trusty 3-4-3 formula also remains untouched even despite pressure put on by the fans.
With the slogan ‘The king of beers’ it feels only right for the biggest club in the country to claim their crown even if it is in the form of a slightly mediocre American beverage. Fitting really.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal – Angelo Poretti
Despite best attempts, both find themselves in the shadow of their more successful competitor. They do however seem to be having their best spell yet. One has been put in Wetherspoons the other is at the top of the Premier League table. Which is more impressive is up for debate.
Thomas Frank, Tottenham Hotspur – Heineken
Heineken is a brand not too many people have a strong opinion on. It’s a similar story with Frank, very non confrontational and where his tactics may look simple there’s a lot under the surface. Similarly, Heineken is a brand that does more than just sell your average beer.
Sean Dyche, Nottingham Forest – Stella Artois
The clearest pick of the lot. If you were to X-ray the man 70% of his body would be made up of the nectar.
Eddie Howe, Newcastle United – Fosters
Both seem a bit weak. They are a safe option (especially for the bank account) but not one you’d necessarily choose if there were a number of other options.
Daniel Farke, Leeds – Becks
Solid and reliable, you know what you are getting. Perhaps not one to mix it up with the big dogs but on their day they can more than hold it down.
Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace – Orange Juice (with bits)
Not quite a pint. I feel like Glasner doesn’t go for one himself, loves a bit of the pulp though.
Regis Le Bris, Sunderland – Kronenburg 1664
This one may look difficult to decide but in reality it was always just going to be French. Both also appear to be coming to the forefront in recent times with some brilliant performances.
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City – Birra Moretti
The banker, the one that never fails. It has been at the top of the game so long with such prestige that you have to admire what they have accomplished. In other news, Pep Guardiola is also quite a good football manager. A manager who plays such a classy game deserves a classy drink to match.
Arne Slot, Liverpool – Cruzcampo
Became the best in their home country before branching out internationally with great success. Currently one of the most successful in the business.
Scott Parker, Burnley – Brewdog Punk IPA
Brewdog as a company are still young and advertise themselves as quite an edgy company that goes against the expectation of others within the industry. Similarly, Parker’s approach to playing the same style of football in the Premier League that he would do in the Championship is certainly going against the expectation of a promoted team.
Possibly why he’s already been relegated from the Prem twice…
