English Premier League Points Table 2026–27 Updated: Manchester City Stay Out in Front As Arsenal Suffer 1st Loss
Stay updated with the Premier League 2026-27 points table after Matchday 5, as of September 23, 2026. Manchester City, under Enzo Maresca, leads with a perfect 15 points. Defending champions Arsenal are close behind, and Erling Haaland tops the scoring with 5 goals. Brighton & Hove Albion are a surprise in third.
The 2026-27 Premier League season is off to a flying start, and as of September 23, 2026, after the completion of Matchday 5, the table is beginning to take shape with some familiar faces at the top and a few surprises struggling at the bottom. Manchester City has established an early dominance, maintaining a flawless record five games into the campaign. Where to Watch UEFA Nations League 2026-27 Live Streaming Online and TV Channel Telecast in India.
Premier League 2026–27 Points Table (As of September 23, 2026)
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City FC | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 15 |
| 2 | Arsenal FC | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 12 |
| 3 | Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 5 | 11 | 10 |
| 4 | Brentford FC | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 9 |
| 5 | Leeds United FC | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 9 |
| 6 | Liverpool FC | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 9 |
| 7 | Everton FC | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| 8 | Hull City AFC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| 9 | Newcastle United FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 8 |
| 10 | Chelsea FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 12 | -2 | 7 |
| 11 | Ipswich Town FC | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 6 |
| 12 | Manchester United FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 5 |
| 13 | Nottingham Forest FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 5 |
| 14 | Sunderland AFC | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | -4 | 4 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace FC | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 | -5 | 4 |
| 16 | Aston Villa FC | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 9 | -5 | 4 |
| 17 | AFC Bournemouth | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 3 |
| 18 | Coventry City FC | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 10 | -9 | 3 |
| 19 | Fulham FC | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -3 | 2 |
| 20 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 2 |
Title Race Update
Manchester City, under new management with Enzo Maresca, has roared out of the blocks, securing a perfect 15 points from five matches. Their commanding performance, including a high-scoring 5-3 victory over Sunderland, highlights their early intent to challenge for the title. Erling Haaland currently leads the scoring charts with 5 goals. Defending champions Arsenal, despite an early hiccup, are hot on their heels with 12 points, demonstrating their resolve to retain the trophy they lifted last season. Brighton & Hove Albion are the surprise package in third place with 10 points, showcasing an attacking flair that has seen them score a league-high 16 goals, including a 4-0 win over Aston Villa and a 5-0 thrashing of Coventry City.
European Qualification Battle
The fight for the coveted Champions League and Europa League spots is incredibly tight. Brentford, Leeds United, Liverpool, and Everton are all clustered together on 9 points, separated only by goal difference. Hull City and Newcastle United are not far behind with 8 points each, keeping the pressure on the teams above them. Chelsea, with 7 points, will be looking to climb up the table quickly to stake their claim for European football, especially with new manager Xabi Alonso at the helm. The upcoming Matchday 6, scheduled for October 10-12, promises thrilling encounters, including a colossal clash between Liverpool and Manchester City, which could significantly impact the top of the table. Diego Maradona Cause of Death Trial: Argentina Legend May Have Died from Covid-19, Claims Expert Witness Pablo Ferrari.
Relegation Scramble
At the other end of the table, the situation looks bleak for some traditional powerhouses and newly promoted sides alike. Tottenham Hotspur find themselves in an alarming last place with just two points and a goal difference of -6 after five games, extending a five-game winless run. Fulham also sit in the relegation zone with two points, while Coventry City, despite a win, are in 18th with 3 points, hampered by a goal difference of -9 and a four-game losing streak.
AFC Bournemouth, also on 3 points, completes the bottom three. Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Sunderland are only narrowly outside the drop zone with 4 points each, suggesting a tense season ahead for these clubs as they battle to secure their Premier League status.
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