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Title race tightens as Man City edge Arsenal on top of 2025/26 English Premier League

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LONDON-(MaraviPost)-The Manchester City have climbed to the summit of the English Premier League table after a narrow but crucial victory over Burnley, intensifying what is shaping up to be a dramatic title race.

City’s win has seen them leapfrog Arsenal at the top, despite both teams being level on points and goal difference in a tightly contested battle for supremacy.

The decisive moment of the match came early, when Norwegian striker Erling Haaland found the back of the net in just the fifth minute of the first half, giving City a lead they would hold onto until the final whistle.

That early goal proved enough to separate the two sides, with City showing resilience and discipline to protect their slim advantage throughout the encounter.

Following the result, Manchester City now sit at the top of the table with 70 points, matching Arsenal who also have 70 points after an equally strong campaign this season.

Interestingly, both sides are also tied on a goal difference of +37, underlining just how evenly matched they have been across the season.

However, City have edged ahead due to scoring 66 goals overall, a factor that now places them in pole position as the league approaches its climax.

For Arsenal, the development is a setback in their pursuit of the title, as they are now forced into second place despite matching City in almost every statistical category.

The battle at the top remains incredibly tight, with just a handful of matches left to determine who will be crowned champions of the English Premier League.

Fans across the world are now bracing for a thrilling finish, as both teams continue to push each other to the limit in one of the most competitive title races in recent years.

City will be hoping to maintain their momentum in the coming fixtures, while Arsenal will be looking to respond quickly and reclaim the top spot.

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Leeds stun Man U at Old Trafford as survival fight ignites in 2025/26 English Premier League

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…..MAN U 1-2 LEEDS

By Edwin Mbewe

MANCHESTER-(MaraviPost)-In a result that sent shockwaves through the Premier League, Leeds United delivered a fearless and unforgettable performance to defeat Manchester United 2-1 at the iconic Old Trafford — a victory that could define their season.

From the very first whistle, Leeds played with desperation and fire, knowing their top-flight survival was hanging by a thread.

The urgency exploded into life in just the 6th minute when Noah Okafor silenced the home crowd, striking early to give the visitors a dream start.

But Leeds were far from done.

Relentless and ruthless, they struck again in the 29th minute — and once more it was Okafor. With ice in his veins, he doubled the lead, leaving Old Trafford stunned and the hosts reeling.

At halftime, the scoreboard read 2-0, and disbelief echoed around the stadium.

The second half told a different story.

Driven by pride and the roar of their supporters, Manchester United surged forward, wave after wave of attack crashing against Leeds’ resistance.

The tension reached a boiling point in the 70th minute when Casemiro rose above everyone, thundering a powerful header into the net to ignite hope.

Old Trafford came alive.

What followed was a siege. Manchester United pushed relentlessly for an equalizer, piling on pressure in a frantic finale that had fans on the edge of their seats. But Leeds, showing grit and determination, refused to break.

When the final whistle blew, it was the visitors who celebrated — a massive, hard-fought victory that keeps their survival dream burning.

For Leeds United, this was more than just three points. It was belief. It was defiance. It was a statement.

Leeds now sits in 16th position with 33 points from 32 games played so far.

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Guardiola keeps title hope alive as Man City chase Arsenal: 2025/26 English Premier League

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LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Pep Guardiola has refused to concede defeat in the Premier League title race, insisting the championship remains wide open despite Manchester City trailing the leaders by six points.

The City manager reminded critics and supporters alike that there are still 51 points to play for, a reality that keeps his side firmly in contention.

City’s recent run has been far from perfect, with a series of frustrating draws halting momentum at a crucial stage of the season.

Matches that once seemed routine wins have turned into missed opportunities, allowing rivals to stretch their advantage at the top of the table.

Yet Guardiola, a serial winner in English football, is not rattled by the current standings. His message was simple and deliberate, football seasons are not decided in January.

Experience, he believes, counts heavily when pressure rises and the margins become finer.

“In terms of points, 51 to play, six the difference everything is open,” Guardiola said, a statement that captured both realism and belief.

Manchester City have built a reputation for strong finishes under Guardiola. In previous campaigns, they have chased down deficits, stringing together relentless winning runs when it mattered most. That history fuels confidence inside the Etihad, even as the gap remains.

The Spaniard, however, was quick to warn against complacency. He dismissed any notion that dropped points by rivals automatically improve City’s situation, stressing that improvement must start from within his own squad.

Guardiola acknowledged that his team has not been at its best in recent weeks.

Missed chances, lapses in concentration and injuries have all played a role in slowing their charge.

Still, he views these challenges as part of a long season rather than fatal flaws.

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Liverpool suffer first defeat against Crystal Palace: 2025/26 English Premier League

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LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Liverpool’s perfect start to the 2025/26 Premier League season came to a heartbreaking end as Crystal Palace sealed a 2-1 victory at Selhurst Park on Saturday, thanks to Eddie Nketiah’s stoppage time strike.

The result not only handed the reigning champions their first defeat of the campaign but also extended Palace’s unbeaten run to a club-record 18 matches across all competitions.

The win lifts Palace to second place in the table, just three points behind Liverpool.

The hosts(Palace),took the lead as early as the ninth minute when Ryan Gravenberch’s defensive header fell perfectly for Ismaïla Sarr, who smashed the ball home from close range. It was Sarr’s fifth goal in eight matches against Liverpool, continuing his impressive record against the Reds.

Palace looked dangerous on the break and could have doubled their lead through Yeremy Pino and Jean-Philippe Mateta but both were denied by brilliant saves from Liverpool goalkeeper.

Meanwhile, struggled to turn their possession into meaningful chances and went into the halftime break trailing 1-0.

Liverpool technical pannel introduced Cody Gakpo at the restart and the Dutch forward almost made an immediate impact with a curling effort that went narrowly wide of the post. Florian Wirtz also tested the Palace keeper, who awkwardly tipped his volley clear as Liverpool pressed for an equalizer.

Despite Liverpool’s dominance, Palace remained a constant threat on the counterattack. Alexander Isak came close to extending the hosts’ lead but failed to find the target after some quick footwork inside the box.

Liverpool finally found their breakthrough when Federico Chiesa scrambled the ball home from close range to level the score at 1-1. The goal was briefly checked by VAR for a potential handball by Mohamed Salah in the buildup but it was ultimately allowed to stand, much to Liverpool’s relief.

With momentum on their side, Liverpool surged forward in search of a winner. Salah and Darwin Núñez both had opportunities but Palace’s defense held firm, while goalkeeper Sam Johnstone made several crucial interventions.

As the match ticked into stoppage time, it appeared Liverpool would at least escape with a hard-fought point. However, Crystal Palace had one final twist to deliver.

In the seventh minute of added time, Eddie Nketiah pounced inside the box to fire past Alisson, sending Selhurst Park into wild celebrations.

The late goal secured Palace a second successive head-to-head win over Liverpool this season and served as a statement of intent from the Eagles, who are now firmly in the title conversation.