Frank asks a question 🙋‍♂️ Is the Premier League STILL the best in the world? 🤔 | ESPN FC Extra Time 

The only thing the Premier League has over any other top 5 leagues is marketing and PR, they sell you that it’s “the best league in the world”

The premier league has never dominated Europe like seria a did in the 90s or la liga did in the 2010s

La liga has 3 different winners in the last 3 seasons. But I still hear prem is competitive . When city is about to win 5 in 6 years 💀💀

Italy and Germany each have 5 UCL places from next year. That's 1 more than both England and Spain. Enough said. Italy and Germany also have 4 World Cup wins each, Spain and England have 1 each. There is a reason for that.....discussion over.😊

Just because you guys are enthusiastic about your league doesn’t mean it’s the best. Again, Real Madrid alone has as many Champions League titles as all PL clubs COMBINED. Your league is not the best, numbers are clear, it’s just you guys are LOUDER than others.

Craig said about dortmund and psg group (the death group), the group of mediocrity because none of them could reach the final. I would like him to comment on that enlightening analysis.

It’s the most popular, but I don’t think their football is that much better. It actually is a lot more wasteful, because other clubs from other leagues seem to be able to compete despite their lackluster budgets.

Real Madrid and barca winning it from 2014-2018 with atletico getting to 2 finals that's dominance

Quick stat: EPL teams have won a grand total of 18 European titles out of a possible 96 (7 out of 32 UCL; 4 out of 32 Europa; 7 out of 32 Super Cups) since the Premier League began in 1992. Poor AF for the so-called best league.

People who only watch the EPL blindly believe it’s the best league in the league. But people who actually watch all the top leagues in the world know the Top 5 leagues are very similar in quality. What the EPL has is a huge market advantage globally because English is the lingua franca internationally and gives the league much broader exposure as a result. That’s it. The actual quality of the league is far overrated by people who only watch the EPL despite it being very fun and entertaining to watch.

Why is Craig always angry? He is getting more annoying than Stevie. Which I never thought was possible

Epl,,is considered as best coz of it has many British pundits, journalists and much talking,,,

Prem has never been the best league ..Even if they were they did with external money and influx Serie A was the best in the 90s and early 2000s LaLiga was by far the best in the 2010s Prem became relevant in the 2020s after they started cheating

It is, but the gap is closing. Bundesliga looking very competitive.

Imagine my friends and I are the fastest kids in the 100m sprint at my school. We are selected to compete in the divisional 100m sprint competition. Suddenly, I realize I'm much slower than the other kids, but I still claim to be the best, dismissing them as mere "farmers' runners."

Dan that's really pleasing.. Thanks a lot 🙏

Frank I'm having a dsame question here... Because if man city win the EPL this season I will never agree that EPL is the best league

The second-leg semi-final is the most unpredictable in CL matches.

Premier League is just a money league. Clubs knocked out of the UCL in early rounds. Only one or two teams a year have a chance of winning a title so its not highly competitive as people say it is. Superstar players aren't even attracted to playing in the PL.

Even with cheats Premier can't put teams on the semifinal...imagine without the financial cheats

Fundamentally the issue is with playing style, Man U play counter attacking at fast pace and direct, Sancho and Dortmund also play a counter attacking game but very different, they allow Sancho to have his showboating moment to get him going to be creative for Dortmund. At Man U that won’t be allowed bcus they play very different

I think that the PL is still the strongest league, but the gap to the Bundesliga, La Liga and Serie A is not very big. I think many people dreamed that their Premier League product would become a particularly strong league, far ahead of the rest. Like the NHL or NBA compared to Europe. But that is far from the case. On the contrary, the PL could fall behind again. There are the top 4 leagues in Europe, that won't change. Even if the PL constantly tries to stand out from the other 3 leagues with an excessive amount of money. It won't work and that's a good thing.

It’s is, but it’s not a huge disparity, in terms of tactics & technique, in general terms squads in other league a probably more diligently coached on average

it's a good conversation to have but not on this basis of not having a team in the semis for the first time in year. i think that's the silliest point to have. outside that, the conversation would be great

Last CL final at London 2013 was infact Bayern v Borussia. Perhaps there is something cosmic happening !??

Premier league is just more globally more recognised and is richer. However it is second to La liga when it comes to talented players. In Europe, English teams more often than not have struggled to beat Spanish teams in the Champions league and Europa. Which is why Spain has more trophies in both competitions than England. Then there's a reason why the Balon d'or was won more by players that played in Spain than England. Another thing, all the Big 6 don't hold a candle to only two teams Real and Barca...

It's the Best Run that's for sure. All the money they have, brought talent, mercenaries and Oil rich buyers. Serie A and La Liga used to have the Flashy players and Managers at one point.

Frank nailed it with that question.

It never was.... La Liga not only dominated the Champions League but also the Uefa Cup with all the Sevilla wins.

9:43 lol 😂

The answer is no, never was and never will be.

"Popular" does not mean best.. The PL maybe the most popular but time and time again the teams are found out in Europe. The english media love hyping up their players as world class but the fact is no "world class" player has ever gone to the Premier League. There are players that may become that in time (like Ronaldo) but they had to go to Europe to do it. The PL has had very few players who could claim to be the best in the world.

People are getting the idea of what the best is wrong....its not about which league dominates more in europe....its about the games...there r a lot more blockbuster games in the pl than in other leagues....its a lot more entertaining....yes u can say tht man city win the league almost every year....but it has been only recent dominance like any other era in pl....in other leagues the same club has won the league a lot more in a row....nd it aint like the title is decided in January where they r like 15 points ahead in the pl....there is always a title challenger.....which tends to extend to the last day....

If the EPL has dominated Europe, then why are 5 Laliga teams nominated vs 4 EPL teams in the UCL? Simple answer is, they haven't. If we break it down this season, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atleti and Sociedad qualified top of their groups with Sevilla dead last, whilst only Man City and Arsenal topped theirs with Newcastle and Man United both bottoming out.

Yes , goal line Technolgy.

Premier League is fast n physical thats why certain players cant do well here but if you are looking for silky smooth, creative players Its not the PL So NO PL is Not the best League in the World Its different thats it

Yes 100% ... Middle team are great team to watch example crystal palace, west ham ..at least 10 teams in the epl plus the top 4 are not boring teams to watch..I tried to watch lower teams of the Italian, Spanish & french league ..my answer so boring..

Frank has a good point on Jadon Sancho but Dan should have followed with the fact that we tend to underestimate/taboo the money weight into those more intricate talks and negotiations between players and clubs. ESPN give me a job already.

What is this “best” thing? Most popular perhaps, but that does not necessarily make it the best. Just like comparing different anything, some are better in certain aspects, others in different aspects. But non of these aspects should be singled out as making the “ most popular “ as the best.

the closer the points between teams in ranking, the weaker the top teams are, simple. Yes it is the most enjoyable to watch due to the playing style and competitivness, BUT that doesnt mean its the strongest.

When they say that I really don't think they are talking about the quality of the football but rather how the EPL is set up..

Yes , because it has a large fan base and more appealing to the mass. Not about what league has a better team but more who will attract the most . EPL will likely be the go to for many big name players as well as new fans who never watch soccer before. I’m from Asia and here’s they only play EPL matches, champions league and El Classico once a while 😂. It’s the truth and reality outside of Europe

Most popular? Yes! Richest?Yes! Best? Never been!

The EPL has the best marketing and video production. The actual on field quality between the biggest leagues is pretty minimal.

Frank asked a pretty good question and I was interested in the debate, but you other guys mess it up! 🤦🏾‍♂️

Not this year. Name one good team City, LFC or Arsenal have beat? Newcastle has the best win when they beat PSG.

its better he stay with BvB to make sure he dont waste anymore time n continue to build his own legacy his way.

The only one thing that epl has is lots of money. I don't think technically theh have the best quality of football over other leagues but they do pay a lot. And thats why many players would like to play in the prem.

I won't get into which one is better. Everybody has their taste on style language atmosphere etc. But Spanish clubs have the best results across all european and international club competitions than English clubs, 79 total titles vs 56 titles, And that's not even counting appearances in finals. So I'd say they definitely have proven to have better results if that means anything. The EPL is marketed more widely, so yay for them

Sevilla, villareal, atleti, atlethic are just few clubs that have won european throphies beaten english top sides

To my knowledge of the sport's history since 1992, the founding of the Premier League, the Prem has *never* been the "best league in the world" It was always a myth.

Yes is the answer. Its the best , but not by much as many people think .Lets put it that way .Its not worth the money spend .They have spend more than the other 3 ( Bundesliga, Italian and Spanish la liga ) big ones for very little.

By the way, Bundesliga and Serie A will have more teams in the champions league next season than La Liga and Premier League. And that is because their teams in general have been performing better overall.

Yes and people say it's a farmers league when their own team slips up like Liverpool fans this season. As for competing in Europe it's difficult as the EPL schedule is hectic while other teams in Europe get more time off so less injuries

Var killed it

In total YES

He's a decent player but he's under a very strange environment in Man United. I think with a different coach he might do more for the club

I wrote an article 5 years ago on which is the best league...and outlined at least ten variables/factors (most people only mention 'competitiveness' for some reason) - La Liga easily came out on top. The EPL is quality though, proven by me hating it but still watching every week lol. The hate stems from all the overseas fans who blindly LIVE AND DIE for all the popular EPL teams when they have literally nothing to do with them. "My team"; "Us"; "We"...

Yes frank premier lague is one

thank you! thank you all! 🤓

I don't know if the EPL is the best in the world but Xhaka, Sancho and Kane are getting more success at German clubs after leaving their English clubs. Does this mean the Bundesliga is just a farmers' league? But the German clubs' progress in Europe compared to England seems to say otherwise. Well, this season anyway. Whatever it is, I'm sure these former EPL players are happier there now, at least professionally.

Regardless, clubs like West Ham and Aston Villa and Newcastle will have more money than the other clubs.

It is a ludicrous question. For the past 10 years it is either Chelsea, City or Liverpool playing in semi and/or final. Finally fatigue caught up but that doesn’t mean EPL teams are not as good as the rest… freakin fake media

Craig is trying so hard to act like Keeno… calm the freak down

In terms of competition & how watchable it is, Yes PL is the best league. That doesn't need to have anything to do with how many teams go deep in Europe.

Yes

I think Dortmund would have a bigger chance to beat Madrid on a final than PSG. PSG will play like any big team with pride does against Madrid, while Madrid parks the bus and get them in the counter. That's how Madrid wins so much UCL, they will play like Italy. Dortmund would probably not show initiative to make Madrid to play like a big team and that's where they lose.

Technically it aint. European teams have better game management. Premiere league is played frantically and is physical. European football is slower and more methodical. English teams struggle when teams slow the game down so I don't think it is the best. But its the most entertaining

With Bayer winning the German league and Dortmund possibly in the CL final, that would be a double whammy in the eye of Bayern, tee hee...

On the topic of Sancho I think he he needs to hold himself most accountable for his time at United so far. I'm not a great fan of ETH man management but did he not give Sancho months off to sort his mentality out and train in another country in stunning conditions fully paid for by the club. So Sancho has been given help and to be honest he has not recipcated.

The premier league is the most money and is probably the most financially competitive league but that doesn’t mean the best league. It definitely had the most potential to be the best.

I wonder if A.i will be able to predict winning teams every time in the future. What would happen to sports if every game could be known before it happens. 👽👾

Premier League was never the best in the world. Its not even competitive anymore. La Liga has loads more talent, better quality football, and has the European pedigree to back it up. No, just running fast doesnt make football better. The mix of talent and pace of La Liga is why it's better, because there are more ways to play than just "look at the pace!"

The most competitive league is the best league because it’s the best league to watch.

Me, as a Bundesliga watcher, still thinks the Prem has the most quality per each squad and still is the most difficult league to win, no doubt. But due to the number of games they have with all these "unimportant" cups they slowly tire down and weaken their teams. That being said, in european competitions you'll always need more than just a squad that is worth alot of money. You need a TEAM, not individuals and you to have a high level of respect for the badge and the fans, so that's why many historic clubs will always have a certain advantage in Europe compared to "Spurs" or "Arsenal" even if their squad is valued less. Secondly, I do think Serie A and the Bundesliga are getting more and more interesting to the rest of the world again, even if they're maybe not as strong financially. To finish off my long statement, is it the best in terms of competition? Yes! Are they as dominating in Europe as their budget would suggest? No and I dont think they ever will be.😅

If Dortmund have a 10% chance of completing an aggregate win ,then PSG,.. the (Cinderella) of Champions League has a 5% chance🔊🔊🔊🔊🔊

Nobody says it is the best league except people who are looking for a new topic to discuss about

Best league is always subjective and you can make claims for all the top ones to be honest. Suffice to say though as a neutral I am more interested in watching Chelsea v Spurs tonight rather than yesterday’s UCL semi final between Dortmund and PSG because it will probably be more fun and not too dissimilar in quality.

This summer: 15 offers by EPL clubs to Bundesliga for 70+ million players . Next year: EPL is the best !!! Truly disgusts me. When Saudis do it its crime and agony. Funny enough its okay for Saudis to spend and soak money into EPL noo thats good keep it going. German teams, their ownerships, it just values way more.

I don't see how you can argue that it's the best league when they are unable to consistently dominate in Europe across all the competition levels.

Bundesliga is not the best league in the world. Definitely not. And that's not even necessary. We haven't sold our soul yet. The fans still have something to say in the Bundesliga. Which was also the reason that neither Dortmund nor Bayern wanted to go to the ESL. The fans wouldn't have allowed it. Honestly? Let the EPL be the best league in the world. I would still prefer a game in Germany or Spain to a game in England at any time. Why? Because of the atmosphere and the passion of the fans.

When was the last time an Italian club won any European trophy? When was the last time a German club except Bayern won any European trophy?

Of course the prem is the best league in the world but the difference isn’t as big as it should be when you look at their financial advantage. A team doing well in the premier league doesn’t mean that it can walk over other European top teams.

The premier Is the best tò Watch..thats for sure, and that Is more important for fans

What does that exactly mean, the best league? In terms of what? Most Champions League / European Cup wins overall? Participation in European finals? In the last 10, five or three years? Number of league winners overall, in the last 10, five or three years? Point gap between league winner and worst team? Point gap between league winner and best team not to be qualified for European competition? Revenue or global viewership? Number of Balon d'Or winners in the league? Number of international players? And to which degree does the performance of the national team play a role in that? Another measure? What does that mean, to be the best league? Is there a trophy for being the best league?

They have won 3/5 times but they have won the same 3 in last 10yrs 😢😂😂

The Argument is getting rediculous. People have to aknowlage that there is not an definitiv answer which league is the best. Its changing every yesr and right now the english is obviously not the best if they straight up loose to all other leagues.

It is debatable if EPL is the best in the world , but I personally think EPL Refs & VARs are one of the worst in the world . Thus , it cannot be the best til you get the ref mess sort out .

Epl may be competitive but that comes at the cost of the national team only winning one major trophy since the 60s. Their league's best players and managers aren't even english. They(English) hate the germans becuase Germany is the most successful national team in Europe. 7 major trophies compared to englands 1. But they call germans farmers 😂. Bundesliga is for the fans and the national team cant say the same for England.

PL is entertaining to watch but not effective in Europe. Right now they have only City who is top and problematic. Everyone else is a maybe imo.

Man utd won Under 17 won PL this season .. developing young player question was stupid.

Maybe better say the most exciting league

EPL may not be the best in terms of winning the Champions league but it's more entertaining and open compared to other leagues.

It was never the best but the most competitive

Not really. Man City and Liverpool in recent years have been top clubs anywhere.

The referees are poor, the wingers can't cross and its more of a physical league which is why more technical teams beat EPL teams and the new caps in place means that Championship teams the gap is getting wider and wider between the quality which is bad for the league. Along with the top 6 staying rich and not allowing other clubs to be able to spend the money they have.

Tbf, as much as I'm a Bundesliga fan and really dislike the oligarch money in the PL, they are objectively still the best league. Ultimately, it's impossible to compete with their spending power. Clubs like West Ham can easily outbid clubs like Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen, so in the long term we just can't compete.

Don't confuse 'richest' with best

Calm down Frank 😂

People need to under difference between league and teams