Arsenal’s next five fixtures compared to Liverpool, Man City and Aston Villa after Brighton win

After defeating Brighton 2-0, Arsenal has risen to the top of the Premier League standings, and Liverpool will play Manchester United later evening.

Arsenal defeated Brighton 2-0 on Sunday afternoon to continue their Premier League home undefeated streak. The Gunners’ previous Premier League loss occurred at Emirates Stadium in May, when Roberto De Zerbi’s team triumphed 3-0.

This time, Mikel Arteta’s team controlled the match against the Seagulls and eventually took the lead when Gabriel Jesus headed in a corner kick. Shortly before the final siren, Kai Havertz calmly finished into the back of the net to seal the victory.

Manchester City dropped more points in the title race earlier this weekend, drawing 2-2 against Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium. Meanwhile, Aston Villa came from behind to beat Brentford whilst Liverpool dropped down to second in the table after drawing 0-0 against Manchester United at Anfield.

So, football London has taken a look at Arsenal’s next five fixtures compared to their title rivals…

Liverpool (A) – December 23

In their final fixture before Christmas, Arsenal face a huge clash against Liverpool at Anfield with both teams challenging for the Premier League title this season. The Gunners have a torrid record against the Reds on Merseyside, having won only one of their last 14 games at Anfield.

West Ham (H) – December 28

With fixtures coming thick and fast, Arsenal take on West Ham in a London derby between Christmas and New Year. The Gunners faced this exact fixture around this time last year with a 3-1 win seeing their 2022 form carry on into the New Year and Arteta will certainly be hoping for the same effect this time round.

Fulham (A) – December 31

Arsenal close out a superb 2023 with a Premier League clash against Fulham. The Gunners strode to victory last time out at Craven Cottage with three first-half goals all assisted by Leandro Trossard.

Since that clash, Marco Silva has lost Aleksandar Mitrovic but been able to retain the services of Arsenal target Joao Palhinha. Ahead of the January transfer window opening, the clash may also arrive as the perfect scouting mission for Arteta and Edu.

Liverpool (H) – January 7 (FA Cup)

Arsenal then get their FA Cup campaign underway in a blockbuster match against Liverpool. The Gunners welcome the Reds to the Emirates Stadium, a match that they won 3-2 in the league last term.

Jurgen Klopp’s side had enjoyed an excellent record in north London prior to that, winning three on the bounce before that thriller in October 2022.

Crystal Palace (H) – January 20

Arsenal’s first league fixture of 2024 is on the other side of the winter break, hosting Crystal Palace to the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners have enjoyed an excellent recent record against the Eagles, winning 1-0 at Selhurst Park earlier this term.

Arteta’s side also did the double over Palace last season, winning 2-0 away and 4-1 at home. The Spaniard will hope for a similar result in this fixture.

Manchester City

Urawa Reds (N) – December 19 (Club World Cup)

Everton (A) – December 27

Sheffield United (H) – December 30

Huddersfield Town (H) – January 7 (FA Cup)

Newcastle (A) – January 13

Liverpool

West Ham (H) – December 20 (Carabao Cup)

Arsenal (H) – December 23

Burnley (A) – December 26

Newcastle (H) – January 1

Arsenal (H) – January 7 (FA Cup)

Aston Villa

Sheffield United (H) – December 22

Manchester United (A) – December 26