The Premier League had its twentieth match weekend, where fixtures had crucial results.
The Premier League has had its twentieth match weekend take place, during which all sides attempted to claim vital results.
Going into these games, Manchester City and Aston Villa were without a win, after the Cityzens' 0-0 draw with Sunderland and Villa’s 4-1 defeat to Arsenal. Arsenal remained at the top of the PL table, with an increased gap due to this.
Elsewhere, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United all had draws, and Newcastle got a 3-1 win against Burnley.
The fixtures then included Fulham vs Liverpool, Manchester City vs Chelsea, and Arsenal vs Bournemouth.
The aim for Arsenal would have been to add more points to their lead, while Manchester City and Aston Villa’s was to remain in contention for the Premier League title race.
For Liverpool and Chelsea, their task was to keep within the top five, while rivals such as Manchester United, Sunderland, and Brentford coveted to take over.
The next matches will be in the week, with the games coming on the 6th, 7th, and 8th. Among the fixtures, there is Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa, Fulham vs Chelsea, Manchester City vs Brighton, and Arsenal vs Liverpool.
Let's take a look at the PL's standings and results from the games.
The Premier League results
Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest
Wolves 3-0 West ham
Brighton 2-0 Burnley
Bournemouth 2-3 Arsenal
Leeds 1-1 Manchester United
Tottenham 1-1 Sunderland
Newcastle 2-0 Crystal Palace
Everton 2-4 Brentford
Fulham 2-2 Liverpool
Manchester City 1-1 Chelsea
While Arsenal got a win against Bournemouth, Aston Villa defeated Nottingham Forest, and Manchester City settled for a draw with Chelsea. This means Arsenal are in a very positive placement, with not only leading the way but also with a bigger gap. Manchester City’s chances are decreasing; however, they and also Aston Villa aren't ruled out of the PL quest.
Liverpool, Manchester United, and Sunderland all drew, and Newcastle and Brentford claimed triumphs.
The Premier League standings
1: Arsenal 49pts
2: Manchester City 42pts
3: Aston Villa 42pts
4: Liverpool 34pts
5: Chelsea 31pts
6: Manchester United 31pts
7: Brentford 30pts
8: Sunderland 30pts
9: Newcastle 29pts
10: Brighton 28pts
11: Fulham 28pts
12: Everton 28pts
13: Tottenham 27pts
14: Crystal Palace 27pts
15: Bournemouth 23pts
16: Leeds 22pts
17: Nottingham Forest 18pts
18: West ham 14pts
19: Burnley 12pts
20: Wolves 6pts