What are the biggest changes in the Premier League table after Matchday 29 and who are the top contenders?

From Liverpool to Southampton, Matchweek 29 has further shaped the Premier League standings as the title race, European spots, and relegation battle remain highly competitive. Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Chelsea to strengthen their grip on second place, while Nottingham Forest continued their impressive campaign with a dominant 4-2 win over Ipswich.

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Here is the updated Premier League table following Matchweek 29:

1. Liverpool – 70 points
2. Arsenal – 58 points
3. Nottingham Forest – 57 points
4. Chelsea – 49 points
5. Manchester City – 48 points
6. Newcastle United – 47 points
7. Brighton & Hove Albion – 47 points
8. Fulham – 48 points
9. Aston Villa – 45 points
10. Brentford – 44 points
11. Bournemouth – 44 points
12. Crystal Palace – 39 points
13. Manchester United – 40 points
14. Tottenham Hotspur – 34 points
15. Everton – 34 points
16. West Ham United – 34 points
17. Wolverhampton Wanderers – 26 points
18. Ipswich Town – 17 points
19. Leicester City – 17 points
20. Southampton – 9 points

Liverpool Maintains Control Despite Early Title Pressure

Liverpool remains at the top of the table with 70 points, still 12 points clear of second-placed Arsenal. Although their previous match against Aston Villa (2-2) was an early fixture and didn't change their position, Jürgen Klopp's side continues to demonstrate consistency in their title chase.

With only a few matches left, Liverpool remains the overwhelming favorite to secure the Premier League crown, but Arsenal and Nottingham Forest refuse to give up just yet.

Arsenal Strengthens Second Place with Hard-Fought Win

Arsenal edged Chelsea 1-0 in a crucial London derby, with Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal in the 20th minute. The victory helped Arsenal reach 58 points, increasing their lead over Nottingham Forest in third place.

Mikel Arteta praised his team's defensive solidity but emphasized the need for consistency in the final stretch of the season if they are to challenge Liverpool, even if their chances of catching up remain slim.

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Nottingham Forest Continues to Impress with a Thrilling Win

Nottingham Forest showed no mercy against relegation-threatened Ipswich, securing a 4-2 victory. Goals from Nikola Milenković, Anthony Elanga (twice), and Jota Silva helped them maintain third place with 57 points.

With Forest now firmly in the Champions League race, their form over the next few matches could determine whether they secure a historic top-four finish.

Manchester City Drops Points Again in Frustrating Draw

Manchester City's struggles continued as they were held to a 2-2 draw against Brighton at the Etihad. Despite goals from Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush, Pep Guardiola’s side couldn't hold on, as Brighton equalized with a fortunate own goal from Abduqodir Husanov.

City remains in fifth place with 48 points, now finding themselves under increased pressure from teams below them. If they fail to regain their winning form, their Champions League hopes could be in jeopardy.

Chelsea’s European Hopes Take a Hit

Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat to Arsenal was a major setback in their bid for a top-four finish. Sitting on 49 points, they now face fierce competition from Fulham (48 points), Brighton (47 points), and Newcastle (47 points) for a European spot.

Enzo Maresca’s men must improve their consistency if they want to return to the Champions League next season.

Fulham, Brentford, and Aston Villa Stay in the Fight for Europe

• Fulham continued their solid campaign with a 2-0 win over Tottenham, keeping them in eighth place with 48 points. Goals from Rodrigo Muniz and Ryan Sessegnon secured the victory.
• Brentford defeated Bournemouth 2-1, moving up to 44 points and staying in contention for a top-half finish.
• Aston Villa drew 2-2 against Liverpool in a previously played match but remained in ninth place with 45 points.

Relegation Battle: Wolves Secure Crucial Win, Ipswich and Leicester Struggle

At the bottom of the table, the fight for survival remains intense:

• Wolves earned a massive 2-1 win over Southampton, taking them up to 26 points, still in 17th place but widening the gap to the bottom three.
• Ipswich’s 4-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest kept them at 17 points, alongside Leicester City, who suffered a 3-0 loss to Manchester United. Both teams remain in deep relegation trouble.
• Southampton remains at the bottom with just 9 points, virtually ensuring their relegation.

What You Need to Know About the Premier League Standings After Matchweek 29

• Liverpool remains in firm control of the title race with 70 points, still comfortably ahead of Arsenal.
• Arsenal’s victory over Chelsea moved them to 58 points, strengthening their hold on second place.
• Nottingham Forest remains in third place with 57 points, after a dominant 4-2 win over Ipswich.
• Chelsea and Manchester City continue to struggle, leaving their top-four hopes uncertain.
• Fulham moved up to 48 points, keeping their European qualification hopes alive.
• Brentford’s win over Bournemouth helped them reach 44 points, staying in the top half.
• Wolves’ 2-1 victory over Southampton took them to 26 points, slightly distancing themselves from the relegation zone.
• Ipswich and Leicester City remain tied on 17 points, with their chances of survival fading.
• Southampton remains bottom with just 9 points, making relegation all but certain.