Arsenal have drawn level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table following the latest round of matches, while Liverpool have moved into the top four after beating Brighton.

According to a report by BBC Sport on Sunday, October 25, 2026, both Arsenal and City have accumulated 21 points from their opening eight matches, although Pep Guardiola’s side remain top because of their superior goal difference.

City dropped points for the first time this season after suffering a 2-1 defeat away to Aston Villa at Villa Park on Saturday. The loss ended their perfect league record and opened the door for Arsenal to close the gap.

Mikel Arteta’s team seized the opportunity with a 2-0 victory over Everton at the Emirates Stadium, taking their points tally to 21 and joining their title rivals at the summit.

Brighton remain third with 16 points despite suffering a 2-0 defeat against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. The result brought their four-match winning streak in the Premier League to an end.

Liverpool climbed to fourth place with 15 points after recording an important home victory, their first in the league this season. Pascal Gross’ own goal and Alexander Isak’s strike secured the three points for Arne Slot’s side.

Chelsea occupy fifth position with 13 points after losing 2-0 to Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Their afternoon became more difficult following Cole Palmer’s red card, while Tottenham celebrated only their second Premier League away win against Chelsea at the ground in 36 years.

Aston Villa moved up the standings to 11 points after their impressive victory over Manchester City. Brentford also have 11 points following their 1-1 draw with Hull City on Sunday.

Elsewhere, Newcastle United claimed a 2-0 away win over Crystal Palace, while Bournemouth delivered one of the weekend’s most surprising results by defeating Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford.

The defeat leaves United 16th in the standings with seven points, just one clear of the relegation zone. It has also increased the scrutiny on manager Michael Carrick, whose team continue to struggle for positive results.

Sunderland and Leeds United completed Sunday’s scheduled action with a goalless draw, as neither side managed to find a breakthrough.

The latest results have tightened the race at the top, with Arsenal now level on points with City and Liverpool making progress in their pursuit of the leading positions.