Arsenal challenges the dominance of the big clubs in the Premier League

With the Premier League on pause due to the international calendar, the 2025/26 title race looks set to be one of the most exciting in recent years. After seven games, Arsenal lead the table by one point from Liverpool, who initially appeared to be the favorites after spending more than £400 million on summer transfers, including a record-breaking transfer fee . Despite Liverpool's perfect record in their first five matches, they have relied on late goals for most of their victories, while Arsenal have benefited from their consistency and consistent performances to gradually rise to the top, overcoming the Reds' erratic form . Manchester City have restored some stability after a disappointing season, buoyed by the individual performances of Erling Haaland, who has scored nine goals in seven games, alongside contributions from Jeremy Doku and Phil Foden. Chelsea, despite winning the Club World Cup, have remained erratic until their victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, which could serve as a springboard for a title challenge . Arsenal have a great opportunity to consolidate their position before the November international break, with home matches against Crystal Palace and away matches against Burnley, Fulham, and Sunderland. Meanwhile, Liverpool and Manchester City face a series of tough fixtures, including a potentially season-defining clash on November 9. Chelsea and Tottenham could also enter the fray with a string of important fixtures, further complicating the title race and making each round crucial. As the weeks progress , it appears that the race for the top spot in the Premier League this season will come down to the final whistle, with Arsenal able to exploit the fixture schedule to their advantage, Liverpool and Manchester City trying to catch up, and Chelsea and Tottenham potentially entering the fray.