Where does your team stand? Premier League table after Matchday 28 analyzed

From Liverpool to Southampton, Matchweek 28 has shaken up the Premier League table once again. Liverpool extended their lead at the top with a 3-1 win over Southampton, while Arsenal was held to a 1-1 draw against Manchester United. Nottingham Forest secured a crucial victory over Manchester City, tightening the race for the Champions League spots.

Premier League table after Matchday 28

1. Liverpool – 70 points
2. Arsenal – 56 points
3. Nottingham Forest – 54 points
4. Chelsea – 52 points
5. Newcastle United – 50 points
6. Manchester City – 47 points
7. Brighton & Hove Albion – 49 points
8. Aston Villa – 48 points
9. AFC Bournemouth – 45 points
10. Fulham – 42 points
11. Crystal Palace – 42 points
12. Brentford – 38 points
13. Tottenham Hotspur – 35 points
14. Manchester United – 35 points
15. Everton – 34 points
16. West Ham United – 33 points
17. Wolverhampton Wanderers – 24 points
18. Ipswich Town – 17 points
19. Leicester City – 17 points
20. Southampton – 9 points

Liverpool Strengthens Its Grip on the Title

Liverpool continued their dominant run with a 3-1 victory over Southampton at Anfield. Goals from Darwin Nuñez and a brace from Mohamed Salah, both from the penalty spot, secured three points for the Reds.

With 70 points, Liverpool remains in full control of the title race, maintaining a comfortable lead over Arsenal. Jürgen Klopp’s side has shown remarkable consistency, winning four of their last five matches.

Arsenal Drops Points Against Manchester United

Arsenal’s title hopes took another hit as they were held to a 1-1 draw against Manchester United. Declan Rice salvaged a point for the Gunners after Bruno Fernandes had given the Red Devils the lead just before halftime.

With 56 points, Arsenal now finds themselves 14 points behind Liverpool, making their chances of catching up increasingly difficult. Mikel Arteta admitted that his team needs to find greater consistency in the final stretch of the season.

Nottingham Forest Moves Up to Third Place

Nottingham Forest continued their impressive campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester City. A late goal from Callum Hudson-Odoi in the 83rd minute secured all three points, lifting Forest to 54 points and into third place.

Meanwhile, Manchester City’s struggles continued as they dropped to sixth place with 47 points. Pep Guardiola’s side has now lost three of their last five matches, significantly damaging their hopes of securing a top-four finish.

Chelsea Climbs to Fourth with a Narrow Win

Chelsea edged past Leicester City with a 1-0 victory thanks to a goal from Marc Cucurella. The win lifted the Blues to 52 points, overtaking Manchester City in the standings.

Enzo Maresca’s side has been in good form recently, winning three of their last five matches. They now find themselves in the Champions League spots, with a chance to consolidate their position in the coming weeks.

Newcastle and Brighton Push for European Places

Newcastle United secured a 1-0 win over West Ham, thanks to a crucial goal from Bruno Guimarães. This victory moved them up to 50 points, keeping them in the race for a top-four finish.

Brighton also continued their strong form with a dramatic 2-1 win over Fulham. João Pedro’s stoppage-time penalty secured the victory, bringing Brighton up to 49 points and keeping their European ambitions alive.

The Battle for European Football Intensifies

With the top four places still up for grabs, several teams remain in contention for European qualification:

• Aston Villa defeated Brentford 1-0, moving up to 48 points and staying in the fight for a top-six finish.
• Bournemouth played to an entertaining 2-2 draw with Tottenham, keeping them at 45 points.
• Fulham suffered a tough 2-1 defeat to Brighton, halting their momentum in the race for Europe.
• Crystal Palace earned a crucial 1-0 win over Ipswich, moving them up to 42 points, level with Fulham.

The Relegation Battle Heats Up

At the bottom of the table, the fight for survival is becoming increasingly desperate:

• Southampton remains at the bottom with just 9 points, virtually sealing their relegation fate after their 3-1 defeat to Liverpool.
• Leicester City remains on 17 points after another loss, this time to Chelsea. Their chances of survival continue to shrink.
• Ipswich Town also remains on 17 points after their 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace.
• Wolves earned a 1-1 draw against Everton, inching up to 24 points but still in deep trouble.

With only 10 matches remaining, every point is crucial in the battle to avoid relegation.

What You Need to Know About the Premier League Standings After Matchweek 28

• Liverpool remains in firm control of the title race with 70 points, 14 ahead of Arsenal.
• Arsenal’s draw with Manchester United further weakens their title challenge, leaving them at 56 points.
• Nottingham Forest moved up to third place with 54 points after their victory over Manchester City.
• Chelsea climbed into the top four with 52 points, overtaking Manchester City.
• Newcastle United’s 1-0 win over West Ham lifted them to 50 points, keeping them in the Champions League race.
• Brighton’s last-minute win over Fulham brought them to 49 points, keeping them in the fight for European football.
• Southampton remains at the bottom with just 9 points, virtually ensuring their relegation.
• Leicester City and Ipswich Town remain level on 17 points, with their survival hopes fading.
• Manchester City’s loss to Nottingham Forest pushed them down to sixth place, making their top-four chances more uncertain.