Arsenal have moved back into a stronger position in the Premier League title race after Manchester City dropped crucial points in a dramatic draw away at Everton.
Pep Guardiola’s side looked on course for a routine win after taking the lead through Jérémy Doku, but Everton’s second-half fightback changed the title picture again.
Goals from Thierno Barry and Jake O’Brien turned the game around before City rescued a late point through Erling Haaland and Doku in stoppage time.
The result means Arsenal are now firmly back in control of the title race — but the job is not done yet.
How many points do Arsenal need to win the Premier League?
The maths is now clear. After Manchester City’s draw, the maximum points total they can now reach is 83.
Arsenal currently sit on 76 points. That means Mikel Arteta’s side need seven points from their final three matches to guarantee the Premier League title, regardless of City’s results.
That would take Arsenal to 83 points and put the title beyond City’s reach.
Anything less opens the door. And if the two teams finish level on points, goal difference will decide it. As things stand, Arsenal still hold the advantage.
Arsenal’s remaining Premier League fixtures
Arsenal’s final three league games now carry huge importance.
| Fixture | Date |
|---|---|
| West Ham United (A) | 10 May 2026 |
| Burnley (H) | 18 May 2026 |
| Crystal Palace (A) | 24 May 2026 |
On paper, Arsenal will be favourites in all three.
But title races rarely follow simple logic.
West Ham away is difficult, Burnley may still be fighting for survival, and Crystal Palace away on the final day could carry pressure depending on results elsewhere.
Manchester City’s remaining fixtures
City still have four games left because of their game in hand.
| Fixture | Date |
|---|---|
| Brentford (H) | 9 May 2026 |
| Crystal Palace (H) | 13 May 2026 |
| Bournemouth (A) | 19 May 2026 |
| Aston Villa (H) | 24 May 2026 |
That extra game matters.
It means City still control pressure — if not position.
A perfect finish would force Arsenal to stay near-perfect.
Goal difference could still become crucial
Arsenal currently lead on goal difference.
That gap is narrow.
Arsenal:Â +41
Manchester City:Â +37
A four-goal swing across City’s extra game is absolutely possible.
That means Arsenal cannot afford to assume draws will be enough unless points calculations fully close the gap.
Having followed recent title races, goal difference often becomes a bigger story than expected in the final weeks. This one could be no different. However, Arsenal remain in the stronger position.
Champions League could complicate Arsenal’s title push
Arsenal’s challenge is not just domestic. Mikel Arteta’s side still have a Champions League semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid this week.
That creates an extra layer of physical and mental pressure. Squad rotation may become important.
Manchester City also have FA Cup commitments, which slightly balances the schedule pressure. But Arsenal’s margin for error remains thin.
Key insights
- Arsenal need seven points from three games to guarantee the title
- Manchester City can now reach a maximum of 83 points
- Arsenal currently lead the league by five points
- Goal difference still favours Arsenal by four goals
- Both clubs still have cup commitments
What’s next?
Arsenal’s next league game away at West Ham now feels enormous.
A win there would reduce the pressure significantly and move them to within touching distance of the title. For City, beating Brentford is now essential.
Anything less would hand Arsenal an even bigger advantage.
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