Every Premier League manager's drink of choice as pubs re-open
By Richie Boon
12th Apr 2021, 12:00pm
The casks are primed, the ice are machines are fully loaded, as the day we've all been waiting for is finally here: the pubs are back.
Today, the pubs finally reopen, allowing customers to once again enjoy the glorious past time of whiling away the hours reclining in a beer garden. Sure, it's probably going to snow - but that's what jackets are for, so stop your shivering and enjoy that over-priced trendy cocktail!
Most football fans would like nothing more than to have a pint with their club's manager - letting them know exactly what they've got wrong, and how, with years of experience playing Football Manager, their insight could be of real use to the club's ongoing development.
While that's probably not going to happen any time soon, the question still remains: what would every Premier League manager choose as their first drink once the pubs re-open?
And so, we throw open the doors of the NationalWorld Arms, and merrily welcome in all twenty Premier League managers to responsibly enjoy a tipple or two in a socially distanced environment. Join us, as a fly on the wall, as we find out what drinks they order, and how the invitation-only evening will unfold...
While that's probably not going to happen any time soon, the question still remains: what would every Premier League manager choose as their first drink once the pubs re-open?
13. Nuno Espirito Santo - Wolves
Oozing class and charisma, NES casually orders an Old Fashioned, before reclining in a deck chair. Seemingly not up for a chat, the Wolves boss spends the whole evening on his phone, furiously negotiating deals to continue his secret project of assembling Portugal's national team in the Midlands. Photo: ANDREW COULDRIDGE
14. Paul Heckingbottom - Sheffield United
With the Blades all but relegated, their interim manager is acutely aware his days at these top tier gatherings are numbered. After ordering a half of Magnet, he begins stealthily emptying the complimentary premium buffet into his sports bag. Pork pies; samosas; mini quiches - he's having the lot. Photo: BEN STANSALL
15. Steve Bruce - Newcastle United
Used to working on a tight budget, Brucey orders two shots of rum, a tin of coconut milk and a pint of pineapple juice. He emerges from the gents 40 minutes later, proudly clutching a rather shabby looking Pina Colada - miniature umbrella and all. He trips over a table leg, tipping the lot down an enraged Big Sam. Photo: Michael Steele
16. Ralph Hasenhuttl - Southampton
It's been a roller-coaster season for the Saints boss, and he just wants to unwind. Clasping a freshly poured pint of cider, the Austrian meanders over to the dartboard for quiet game of arrows. Later, when Klopp gleefully points out he needs a 'double nine' for his 18 check-out, Ralph just loses it. Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS