Premier League title rivals' next five fixtures amid Arsenal momentum and Liverpool blow

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Arsenal came from behind to beat Newcastle United 2-1 in the Premier League last Sunday, as they closed the gap on Liverpool to two points 09:31, Fri, Oct 3, 2025 Updated: 09:36, Fri, Oct 3, 2025 Arsenal players celebrate after victory over Newcastle United (Image: Getty)Arsenal celebrated a significant win at Newcastle United last weekend, staging a 2-1 comeback at St James' Park. The Brazilian headed home from Martin Odegaard's corner, ensuring Arsenal took all three points as Liverpool dropped points against Crystal Palace.Arne Slot's team suffered a 2-1 defeat at Selhurst Park and now sit just two points ahead of the Gunners.

But, it now appears he will be out for a longer period.With this in mind, Express Sport has compared Arsenal's upcoming Premier League fixtures with those of their title rivals.Arne Slot looks on during Liverpool's defeat to Galatasaray (Image: Getty) Trending Arsenal's next Premier League fixturesWest Ham (H) - October 4 - Premier League.Fulham (A) - October 18 - Premier League.Crystal Palace (H) - October 26 - Premier League.Burnley (A) - November 1 - Premier League.Sunderland (A) - November 8 - Premier LeagueVerdict: If you are going to win the Premier League, these are the sorts of matches you should be winning. Palace will be a tough test as will the trip up to Sunderland considering their start but the Gunners should see this as an opportunity to push on.Related articles Full VAR transcript of Arsenal controversy as Premier League release audio Man City charges latest - verdict timeline and possible punishments Mikel Arteta sack claim made as '£760m stadium plan' emerges Kenny Dalglish explains what Florian Wirtz must do to be Liverpool success Marc Guehi grilled on failed Liverpool move and admits 'I definitely feel it' Liverpool's next Premier League fixturesChelsea (A) - 4 October - Premier League.Manchester United (H) - 19 October - Premier League.Brentford (A) - 25 October - Premier League.Aston Villa (H) - 1 November - Premier League.Manchester City (A) - 9 November - Premier League.Verdict: It has not been ideal preparation coming into these Premier League fixtures on the back of two defeats.

Suddenly the United game looks trickier if the Reds lose to Chelsea - the trip to City will also prove to be a tough task.Pep Guardiola acknowledges the Manchester City supporters at AS Monaco (Image: Getty)Manchester City's next Premier League fixturesBrentford (A) - 5 October - Premier League.Everton (H) - 18 October - Premier League.Aston Villa (A) - 26 October - Premier League.Bournemouth (H) - 2 November - Premier League.Liverpool (H) - 9 November - Premier League.Verdict: It is a relatively straightforward run of fixtures for the Blues but they are the ones playing catch-up at present. Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.