Exciting Weekend in the Premier League
This weekend is packed with great matches in the Premier League. There are some big fights happening, especially a key game in north London. February is kicking off with top teams trying to grab important points.
Everyone will be watching north London early Monday (AEDT) as Arsenal takes on Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal wants to boost their title chances, while City is aiming for a top-four spot after a tough end to 2024.
On Sunday, two unbeaten teams will clash as Bournemouth hosts leaders Liverpool.
London will also have two big derbies. Graham Potter is back at Stamford Bridge, and Ange Postecoglou has a tough away match ahead.
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Arsenal vs. Manchester City: A Battle for Points
At the start of the season, this match looked like it would be huge for the title race. Now, things have changed. Arsenal is still in the fight for the title, but Manchester City is focused on getting into the top four after some rough patches last year.
City hasn’t lost a league game in 2025 and sits in fourth place, with Phil Foden scoring again. Their last match in September ended in a wild 2-2 draw. But if Arsenal loses this time, it could hurt their title hopes.
Liverpool Visits Bournemouth: Unbeaten Streaks at Stake
Before Arsenal plays, they’ll see how things go when Liverpool meets Bournemouth on Sunday morning (AEDT). Both teams are riding long unbeaten streaks, but one of them could end this weekend.
Liverpool has been strong with a solid defense and a sharp attack. But Bournemouth has been tough to beat, pulling off good wins against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest, even with injuries.
Liverpool has had a rough time at the Vitality Stadium before—could Bournemouth surprise them and boost their chances for European play?
Graham Potter Returns to Stamford Bridge
Graham Potter’s stint as Chelsea manager was short, lasting just 206 days until he was let go in April 2023. Now, he’s back for only his fourth match as West Ham’s boss and looking to make a mark at Stamford Bridge.
West Ham is sitting mid-table, but Chelsea isn’t doing much better. After losing to Manchester City last weekend, Chelsea has just two wins in their last eight games—one was against a lower league team.
Seated sixth in the table, Chelsea needs to find their form fast if they want a spot in the Champions League. West Ham recently drew with Aston Villa—can they get another good result away?
Can Ange Postecoglou Save Tottenham’s Season?
Tottenham made it to the Europa League round of 16, but they’re struggling in the Premier League. Ange Postecoglou is under pressure.
With only one win in their last 11 league games and four losses in a row, Spurs have slipped to 15th place. The board still supports Postecoglou, but he really needs a win soon.
Injuries are hitting the team hard, and Tottenham will face Brentford missing key players. But Brentford hasn’t won at home in five matches. Will this be the break Spurs need, or will the struggles continue?
Premier League Matches This Weekend
You can catch every Premier League game this weekend live on Optus Sport. All times are in AEDT.