According to a report by BBC Sports on Sunday, November 1, 2026, Arsenal have maintained their position at the top of the Premier League table after securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Liverpool. Chelsea also recorded an important 2-0 win against Manchester United, while Manchester City suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Brighton.

Arsenal remain top of the standings with 24 points from nine matches. Manchester City occupy second place with 21 points, while Brighton have climbed to third position with 19 points following their impressive victory over the reigning champions.

Chelsea are now fourth with 16 points after their convincing performance against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. Liverpool occupy fifth position with 15 points following their defeat to Arsenal.

Brentford sit sixth with 14 points, while Bournemouth are seventh with 12 points. Tottenham Hotspur occupy eighth place with 12 points, followed by Aston Villa in ninth position with the same number of points.

Hull City are 10th with 11 points, while Leeds United occupy 11th place with 11 points. Newcastle United sit 12th, followed by Ipswich Town in 13th position, with both teams having 11 points.

Everton occupy 14th place with 10 points, while Fulham are 15th with nine points. Coventry City sit 16th with nine points, and Manchester United remain 17th with seven points.

Crystal Palace occupy 18th position with seven points, Nottingham Forest are 19th with six points, while Sunderland remain at the bottom of the standings in 20th place with five points.

Arsenal will be pleased with their growing advantage at the top, whereas Manchester City and Liverpool must respond quickly after dropping valuable points. Chelsea will also be encouraged by their latest victory as they attempt to move closer to the leading positions.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United and Everton are still expected to play their outstanding league fixture on Monday, November 2.