According to a report by BBC Sports on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Arsenal strengthened their position at the top of the English Premier League table following their narrow 1-0 victory over Hull City, while Manchester City suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat against Nottingham Forest.

The latest results have increased the gap between Arsenal and Manchester City to six points, giving Mikel Arteta's side a significant advantage in the title race.

Arsenal currently occupy first position with 27 points from 10 matches, having recorded nine victories and one defeat. Their impressive campaign has continued following Martin Odegaard's decisive goal against Hull City, which secured another important three points for the Gunners.

Manchester City remain second with 21 points after suffering their third consecutive Premier League defeat. Their unexpected loss against Nottingham Forest has further damaged their title ambitions, with the defending champions now facing increased pressure to recover their form.

Brighton occupy third position with 19 points from nine matches, while Chelsea sit fourth with 16 points. Everton are fifth, also with 16 points, after recording an impressive 3-1 victory over Coventry City.

Liverpool occupy sixth position with 15 points, despite having a game in hand. Brentford are seventh with 14 points, while Leeds United have climbed to eighth position with 14 points following their important 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Bournemouth are ninth with 12 points, while Tottenham have dropped to tenth position with the same 12 points. Newcastle United occupy 11th position with 12 points after drawing 1-1 against Fulham. Aston Villa are 12th, also with 12 points.

Hull City sit 13th with 11 points, followed by Ipswich Town in 14th position with 11 points. Fulham occupy 15th position with 10 points after sharing the points with Newcastle.

Nottingham Forest have moved out of the relegation zone into 16th position with nine points following their remarkable victory over Manchester City. Coventry City are 17th with nine points.

Manchester United occupy 18th position with seven points, while Crystal Palace are 19th, also with seven points. Sunderland remain at the bottom of the standings in 20th position with five points.

With Arsenal already six points ahead of Manchester City, the Gunners will be pleased with their latest result as the competition for European qualification and survival continues to intensify.