Premier League 2025/26: Early Title Race Analysis
Only three matches in, but the Premier League already feels wide open. Liverpool set the pace with a perfect start, while Chelsea and Arsenal look well-balanced and dangerous. Here’s the early picture and what it could mean as autumn kicks in.
Top of the Table (After 3 Rounds)
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | +4 | 9 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | +6 | 7 |
| 3 | Arsenal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
| 4 | Tottenham | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| 5 | Everton | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | +2 | 6 |
| 6 | Sunderland | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | +2 | 6 |
Early Impressions: Key Contenders
- Liverpool: The only perfect record (3/3). Mohamed Salah remains the metronome, while new signing Hugo Ekitike adds a different threat profile. Defensive sharpness is a watch-out, but the depth and resiliency scream title push.
- Chelsea: Two wins and a draw with just one conceded — an elite defensive base. New recruits have settled quickly, fueling talk of a sustained top-four charge and more if the young forwards click.
- Arsenal: Compact, controlled, and reinforced at the back with Riccardo Calafiori. Saka–Martinelli synergy is humming; a reliable No. 9 would elevate their ceiling. Early markets view Arsenal/Liverpool as co-favorites.
Chasers, Slow Starters & Dark Horses
- Manchester City (12th): A flat opening, but Haaland plus new midfield tempo (e.g., Reijnders) means a rapid climb is always on the cards.
- Tottenham, Everton, Sunderland: Bright starts, sharp out of possession, but depth and winter grind will test staying power.
- Party crashers: Newcastle, Aston Villa, and Brentford have continuity and smart recruitment — capable of puncturing the status quo.
Early Trends to Watch
- Managers in rhythm: Klopp, Arteta, Pochettino have clear game models; momentum through September matters.
- Pressing + clean sheets: Tight defensive schemes are driving early results; goal difference could be a tie-breaker.
- Rotation pressure: Champions League squads will rotate; deeper benches (Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea) gain an edge.
Final Thought: It’s too early to declare a three-horse race, but Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea have set a brisk tempo. With City lurking and several lively outsiders, the 2025/26 title chase already looks built for distance — and plot twists.