According to a report by Football London on Monday November 2, 2026, Arsenal have received a major boost in the Premier League title race after moving three points clear of Manchester City following their impressive 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.

Mikel Arteta's side secured a memorable result thanks to Kai Havertz's first-half strike, ending their 14-year wait for a Premier League victory at Anfield.

The result became even more significant after Manchester City suffered a second consecutive league defeat, losing at home to Brighton & Hove Albion.

City's disappointing run has allowed Arsenal to strengthen their position at the top of the table, giving the Gunners an important advantage heading into the international break.

Arteta was delighted with his team's performance and described the victory as a special moment for everyone associated with the club.

“So happy, so proud, full of energy. What can I say - it's a proud moment for everybody attached with the football club,” the Arsenal manager said.

He also praised his players for their preparation and determination, particularly after their previous defeat against Fleetwood.

Arsenal will now turn their attention to their next five Premier League fixtures, which include important encounters against Newcastle United, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur.

The Gunners will first welcome newly promoted Hull City to the Emirates Stadium on November 7 before travelling to face Newcastle United on November 21.

Their biggest test will come on November 29 when they host Manchester City in a potentially decisive encounter in the title race.

Arsenal will then travel to Brentford on December 2 before facing Tottenham in the north London derby on December 6.

Arsenal's next five Premier League fixtures:

- Arsenal vs Hull City – November 7

- Newcastle United vs Arsenal – November 21

- Arsenal vs Manchester City – November 29

- Brentford vs Arsenal – December 2

- Tottenham vs Arsenal – December 6

Meanwhile, Manchester City also have a challenging schedule as Pep Guardiola attempts to get his team back to winning ways.

City will travel to Nottingham Forest on November 7 before hosting Fulham on November 21.

They will then face Arsenal away from home on November 29, followed by a home meeting with Leeds United on December 2.

Their final fixture in this run will be an away encounter against Brentford on December 5.

Manchester City's next five Premier League fixtures:

- Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – November 7

- Manchester City vs Fulham – November 21

- Arsenal vs Manchester City – November 29

- Manchester City vs Leeds United – December 2

- Brentford vs Manchester City – December 5

Both clubs also have important Champions League commitments during this period, which could test their squad depth and ability to manage players' fitness.

Arsenal are scheduled to face Slavia Praha on November 4, Borussia Dortmund on November 24 and Real Madrid on December 9.

Manchester City, meanwhile, will take on RB Leipzig on November 4, Napoli on November 24 and Barcelona on December 8.

The European fixtures mean that both managers will have to carefully manage their squads while attempting to maintain their domestic form.

Arsenal currently have the advantage after capitalising on City's recent setbacks, but their upcoming matches against Newcastle, Manchester City and Tottenham could prove crucial.

The November 29 meeting at the Emirates Stadium is particularly important, as another victory over Guardiola's side would give Arsenal a significant opportunity to strengthen their grip on the Premier League title race.