Premier League 2026-27 Points Table Updated: Manchester City Occupy Top Spot; Arsenal Close 2nd
Stay updated with the Premier League 2026–27 points table after Matchday 7, as Manchester City leads with a perfect record. Discover current EPL standings, including the title race between Man City, Arsenal, and Brighton; the battle for European qualification; and the intense relegation fight.
The Premier League 2026–27 season has exploded into action, and as Matchday 7 concludes on October 19, 2026, Manchester City stands as the undisputed leader, boasting a flawless record. Pep Guardiola's side has asserted early dominance, while Arsenal is keeping pace, setting the stage for another thrilling title race. Further down the table, the fight for European qualification is intensely competitive, and the battle to avoid the drop promises high drama. PL 2026-27: Bryan Mbeumo Scores as Manchester United Settle for Draw Against Leeds.
Manchester City has been nothing short of spectacular, winning all seven of their opening fixtures, including a hard-fought 3-2 victory over newly promoted Ipswich Town on Saturday, October 17. This incredible start sees them accumulate 21 points, a commanding lead at this early stage. Close behind, Arsenal FC, with a 1-0 away win against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, October 18, sits in second place on 18 points, having suffered just one loss this season. Brighton & Hove Albion have been the surprise package, securing third place with 16 points after a resounding 5-0 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday, October 18, showcasing their attacking prowess with a league-high 23 goals scored. Chelsea FC, fresh off a 2-0 victory against Everton on Saturday, October 17, rounds out the Champions League qualification spots in fourth with 13 points. Erling Haaland of Manchester City currently leads the Golden Boot race with 8 goals, followed by Joao Pedro (Chelsea) and Alexander Isak (Liverpool), both on 5 goals.
The race for European places is exceptionally tight beyond the top four. Liverpool FC currently occupies fifth position with 12 points, bouncing back with a 2-1 win over Brentford on Saturday, October 17. Brentford, Leeds United, and Everton are all level on 10 points, highlighting the intense competition for Europa League and Europa Conference League berths. Manchester United finds themselves in a surprising 13th place with 7 points after a 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Sunday, October 18, underlining the need for consistency to climb back into contention.
At the foot of the table, the relegation battle is already heating up. Tottenham Hotspur FC, who face Coventry City FC tonight, Monday, October 19, in the final fixture of Matchday 7, currently sit in 20th position with just 3 points from six games. They are yet to secure a win this season and will be desperate to turn their fortunes around. Sunderland AFC (4 points) and Nottingham Forest FC (5 points) occupy the other two relegation spots, with Fulham FC (5 points) and AFC Bournemouth (6 points) hovering just above the drop zone. Hull City AFC, one of the promoted sides, has managed 9 points, showing signs of resilience in their Premier League return. AFC Bournemouth secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Sunderland on Sunday, October 18, providing a vital boost in their fight for survival. Erling Haaland Becomes Fastest Player in Premier League History to 100 Non-Penalty Goals.
Here is the Premier League 2026–27 Points Table after Matchday 7, updated on October 19, 2026:
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City FC | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 7 | 12 | 21 |
| 2 | Arsenal FC | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 18 |
| 3 | Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 5 | 18 | 16 |
| 4 | Chelsea FC | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 13 | 4 | 13 |
| 5 | Liverpool FC | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 12 |
| 6 | Brentford FC | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 10 |
| 7 | Leeds United FC | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 10 |
| 8 | Everton FC | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 10 |
| 9 | Hull City AFC | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 9 |
| 10 | Ipswich Town FC | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 9 |
| 11 | Newcastle United FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 14 | -4 | 8 |
| 12 | Aston Villa FC | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 8 |
| 13 | Manchester United FC | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 7 |
| 14 | Crystal Palace FC | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 17 | -8 | 7 |
| 15 | AFC Bournemouth | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 13 | -4 | 6 |
| 16 | Coventry City FC | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 11 | -6 | 6 |
| 17 | Fulham FC | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | -3 | 5 |
| 18 | Nottingham Forest FC | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 5 |
| 19 | Sunderland AFC | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 14 | -8 | 4 |
| 20 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | -6 | 3 |
The Premier League action continues swiftly with Matchday 8 fixtures scheduled from October 23-25, 2026. Key matchups include Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest on Friday, October 23, at 8:00 PM UK, Aston Villa vs Manchester City on Saturday, October 24, at 12:30 PM UK, and the London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, October 24, at 5:30 PM UK. Fans in the UK can catch the action on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, while those in the USA can tune into NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. Australian viewers can stream all games on Stan Sport, and Indian fans can follow the league on Star Sports Select 1 HD and JioHotstar.
With Manchester City setting a blistering pace and competitive battles unfolding across all segments of the table, the 2026–27 Premier League season is shaping up to be another enthralling campaign, promising more twists and turns in the weeks to come.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 19, 2026 11:30 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
