Worst Premier League starts ever made by the Big Six: Lads, it’s Tottenham

Sam Cooper analyzes the worst five-game starts to a Premier League campaign by the traditional Big Six clubs, prompted by Tottenham's current winless run in the 2026/27 season. Tottenham's current tally of two points from five matches matches their 2008/09 record under Juande Ramos, representing the joint-worst start among the group alongside Liverpool's two-point start during the 2011/12 season under Kenny Dalglish.

The analysis also highlights Manchester United matching their poorest five-game start from 2014/15 under Michael Carrick in 2026/27 with five points. Other low points examined include Arsenal earning four points in 2011/12, Chelsea taking four points in 2015/16 under Jose Mourinho, and Manchester City recording seven points in 2025/26 under Pep Guardiola.