Premier League's Intense Title Race and Top-Four Battle Intensifies

Arsenal's narrow lead in the Premier League is under threat after a 3-2 loss to Manchester United. With Manchester City and Aston Villa closing in, questions about another potential collapse loom. Meanwhile, Liverpool faces Newcastle, and Manchester United continues its remarkable unbeaten streak.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 29-01-2026 18:16 IST | Created: 29-01-2026 18:16 IST
Premier League's Intense Title Race and Top-Four Battle Intensifies
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Amid an increasingly competitive Premier League, Arsenal heads into the weekend skimming a fragile four-point lead. Following a disheartening 3-2 loss to Manchester United, concerns are mounting about a potential repeat of past collapses.

Manchester City and Aston Villa have tightened the gap, making every game for Mikel Arteta's side crucial. Arsenal, enduring a three-match winless streak, must prove their mettle against Leeds United as the competition heats up.

Liverpool, reeling from a loss to Bournemouth, aims to regain dominance as they face Newcastle. Meanwhile, Manchester United's impressive unbeaten run under interim head coach Michael Carrick places them firmly in the top-four battle.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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