The Premier League delivered another thrilling weekend, packed with goals and drama. Liverpool solidified their grip on the title race with a composed 2-0 victory over Bournemouth. Despite facing a tricky away fixture where many teams have struggled, the Reds showed resilience and control, reinforcing their credentials as firm favorites for the title. With this win, Klopp’s side took another major step toward Premier League glory, maintaining their relentless pace since the start of the season.
Arsenal, six points behind going into the weekend, sent a clear message: they are not giving up the chase. The Gunners humiliated Manchester City with a stunning 5-1 victory, as Arteta emphatically got the better of his former mentor, Guardiola. The dominant performance underlined Arsenal’s progress and their unwavering determination to stay in the title race.
The biggest shock of the weekend came from Nottingham Forest, who bounced back from a disappointing loss last week to demolish Brighton 7-0. Nuno Espírito Santo’s side continues to be one of the season’s surprises, cementing third place and extending their lead over Manchester City, who failed to capitalize on their rivals’ slip-up.
Arsenal triumphs at Leicester, Marmoush lifts Manchester City
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Meanwhile, Newcastle struggled to keep pace with the league’s top sides, suffering a 2-1 home defeat against Fulham—a result that halts their push for European qualification. Aston Villa also stumbled, falling 2-0 to Wolverhampton in a match that saw them slip out of the top-four battle.
Chelsea, still chasing a European spot, will face West Ham next, but the atmosphere in London remains tense as the Blues continue to struggle for consistency. Another crucial match saw Ipswich edge Southampton 2-1 under Ivan Juric’s guidance, securing three valuable points in their relegation fight while closing the gap in the standings.
Tottenham secured a solid 2-0 win over Brentford, while Manchester United’s crisis deepened with yet another setback—losing 2-1 to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
