Premier League Roundup: Arsenal Top Table as Chelsea Shock Liverpool, Spurs End Leeds’ Home Run
The Premier League delivered drama on 4 October 2025. Arsenal regained first place thanks to a commanding 2-0 win, Chelsea stunned Liverpool with a stoppage-time winner, Tottenham ended Leeds United’s long home dominance, and Manchester United steadied nerves with a 2-0 victory. Here’s how each match unfolded, the key talking points, and what it means going forward.
Arsenal Back on Top in Arteta’s Milestone Match
In his 300th game in charge, Mikel Arteta witnessed his side take a confident 2-0 win over West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium. Declan Rice opened the scoring in the 38th minute with a precise finish. Bukayo Saka sealed the result from the penalty spot in the 67th minute.
The win sent Arsenal to the top of the table, overtaking Liverpool thanks to their late defeat. However, the afternoon was marred by injury concerns. Captain Martin Odegaard left the field early with a knee injury, and Rice himself reportedly suffered a back issue and was substituted later. Arteta admitted he was “not positive” on Odegaard’s status.
Chelsea Sink Liverpool With Dramatic Late Goal
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea beat Liverpool 2-1 in a match that will be remembered for its climax. Moises Caicedo scored a powerful strike in the 14th minute to give Chelsea the lead. Cody Gakpo equalised in the 63rd minute to level the contest. Then, deep into stoppage time, 18-year-old Estevao emerged from the bench to convert a Marc Cucurella assist and win it for Chelsea.
Following the goal, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was sent off for over-the-top celebration. Liverpool’s boss, Arne Slot, insisted there was “no need to panic” despite three straight losses. The defeat allowed Arsenal to move ahead in the title race.
Spurs End Leeds’ Unbeaten Home Record
Tottenham stunned Leeds United 2-1 at Elland Road, ending Leeds’ 23-game unbeaten home run. Mohammed Kudus was central to the win — he provided the assist for the first goal and later netted the winner. Leeds did peg one back through Noah Okafor, but could not find a second. The result bolstered Tottenham’s early-season credentials.
United Quiet Pressure with 2-0 Win Over Sunderland
At Old Trafford, Manchester United claimed a 2-0 victory over Sunderland to calm swirling doubts around management pressure. Mason Mount opened the scoring, and Benjamin Sesko added the second. Sunderland had a first-half penalty review overturned by VAR. Debutant goalkeeper Senne Lammens made a key late save to preserve a clean sheet.
Table Impact and Strategic Implications
Arsenal’s win pushed them to 16 points after seven games, overtaking Liverpool, who remain on 15 points. Spurs join them closely behind with 14 points. Chelsea’s late win helped lift them into the mid table. United’s win steadies their position in the top half.
Liverpool’s third defeat in a row is perhaps the most concerning storyline. Defensive lapses, especially late in games, are proving costly — even when their attack remains energetic. Chelsea’s resilience and tactical substitutions also deserve praise.
Looking Ahead
Next up, Arsenal host Brighton, Chelsea travel to Newcastle, and Liverpool return to home turf against Bournemouth. Tottenham face Crystal Palace, and United head to Brentford for a potentially defining match ahead of the international break.
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Published October 5, 2025
