Liverpool and Arsenal are set to face off in a crucial match for the top spot in the Premier League before Christmas, with both teams aiming to pull ahead of absent champions Manchester City. Should the match result in a draw, Aston Villa could potentially rise to the top of the table if they continue their strong home form against Sheffield United.
The upcoming Premier League schedule also features matches such as Manchester United’s visit to West Ham and Everton’s clash with Tottenham, creating additional points of interest for fans and pundits.
Arsenal currently leads the league with 39 points from 17 games, followed closely by Liverpool with one point behind. Manchester City, who are on Club World Cup duty, sit five points behind Arsenal. The door to a captivating title race has been opened by Liverpool’s recent form of one win in six games, potentially allowing Arsenal to create a significant lead if they secure a victory at Anfield. This would further increase the gap between City and the top teams as they await their return to Premier League action.
Although City managed a late surge to secure the title from Arsenal’s grasp last season, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal team appears more prepared to maintain their momentum this season. Additionally, Liverpool could extend their lead over City to 10 points by the time City play their next Premier League match. Jurgen Klopp has emphasized the importance of a vibrant atmosphere at Anfield to maintain their home advantage and prevent Arsenal from securing a win.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa has the opportunity to move to the top of the table when they host Sheffield United. Under the management of Unai Emery, Villa has achieved an impressive 15 consecutive Premier League home victories and looks poised to continue their strong run. On the other hand, Sheffield United faces an uphill battle as they strive to navigate their challenging position at the bottom of the table.
As for Manchester United, they face uncertainty as they approach their match against West Ham. The team’s recent defensive focus led to a goalless draw against Liverpool, but they now need to find a cutting edge in their attacking play. With concerns regarding their goal-scoring record this season, the pressure is mounting on United to secure points and maintain their position in the race for Champions League football.
