According to a report by BBC Sports on Sunday, November 1, 2026, Arsenal have taken control of the Premier League title race after recording an important 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield. Chelsea also secured three points with a 2-0 win over Manchester United, while Manchester City suffered a shock 1-0 home defeat against Brighton.

The latest results have brought significant changes to the Premier League standings, with Arsenal moving above Manchester City and establishing themselves as the new league leaders.

Arsenal occupy first position with 24 points from nine matches after collecting another important victory against Liverpool. Manchester City remain second with 21 points, three points behind the Gunners, following their disappointing defeat to Brighton.

Brighton have climbed into third position with 19 points, while Chelsea occupy fourth place with 16 points. Liverpool are fifth with 16 points, having suffered a damaging defeat against Arsenal at Anfield.

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

Hull City occupy 10th position with 11 points, while Leeds United are 11th with 11 points. Newcastle United sit 12th with 11 points but have played one fewer match. Ipswich Town are 13th with 11 points.

Everton occupy 14th position with 10 points and also have a game in hand. Fulham are 15th with nine points, followed by Coventry City in 16th place with nine points.

Manchester United remain in 17th position with seven points, while Crystal Palace are 18th with seven points. Nottingham Forest occupy 19th place with six points, and Sunderland remain bottom of the standings with five points.

Arsenal will now be looking to maintain their advantage at the top, while Manchester City must find a way to return to winning ways. Chelsea will also hope to continue their impressive progress after defeating Manchester United.

Newcastle United and Everton will complete their outstanding fixture on Monday, November 2.