Arsenal has made a strong start in the 2026 Premier League season, currently holding a significant lead over Manchester City. The Gunners triumphed with a 3-2 victory at Bournemouth, extending their position at the top of the table. With this win, they are now six points ahead of City.
Premier League Standings Overview
As it stands, Arsenal is in a commanding position with 18 games remaining. Mikel Arteta’s team has a total of 85 points projected for the season, based on a forecast from the supercomputer BETSiE. This calculation predicts Arsenal will win 26 matches, draw seven, and lose five.
- Arsenal: Projected points — 85
- Manchester City: Projected points — 76
- Aston Villa: Projected points — 67
- Liverpool: Projected points — 66
- Chelsea: Projected points — 63
- Manchester United: Projected points — 60
Challenges Ahead for Arsenal
Despite the favorable predictions, Arsenal still faces tough matches. Future fixtures include games against Liverpool and Manchester United at home, alongside away matches at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and the Etihad.
Implications for Other Teams
The supercomputer has Aston Villa finishing third, while Liverpool is forecasted to place fourth. Meanwhile, Chelsea and Manchester United are positioned fifth and sixth, respectively. Newcastle is set to secure seventh place, followed by Brentford, with Brighton and Crystal Palace rounding out the top half of the table.
Relegation Battle
The relegation zone is a concern for some teams this season. The supercomputer predicts:
- West Ham: 18th place with 33 points
- Burnley: 19th place with 27 points
- Wolves: 20th place with 25 points
Wolves are particularly struggling, having only secured their first win on Saturday, which brought their season total to just six points.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Arsenal as they strive for their title ambitions while other clubs battle both for the top positions and against relegation. The supercomputer’s insights provide a fascinating glimpse into potential outcomes as the Premier League continues.
