AI Supercomputer Reveals Shocking 2025-26 Premier League Predictions Following Arsenal's Derby Disaster

A draw in the London derby maintains the excitement in the 2025–26 Premier League championship battle, particularly as Manchester City closes the gap on Arsenal and Chelsea following Gameweek 13.

What appeared to be the beginning of Arsenal's dominant march toward the English title has suddenly placed the Gunners in a precarious position at the summit. Mikel Arteta's squad could only secure a 1–1 stalemate against the Blues, who played with 10 players for 52 minutes, at Stamford Bridge on Sunday night.

Chelsea would have relished claiming a decisive win to move closer to the table-toppers, but Moisés Caicedo's dismissal meant a draw represented the optimal result for Enzo Maresca's team under the circumstances.

Man City, on the other hand, collected three points in a 3–2 triumph over Leeds United courtesy of a dramatic late winner from Phil Foden. Regardless of how unconvincing the victory appeared, the Citizens have re-entered the Premier League title conversation.

Here's how Opta's supercomputer forecasts the Premier League championship race following this weekend's two significant results.

Supercomputer's Forecasted 2025–26 Premier League Table

Premier League Championship Race

Despite their setback against Chelsea, Arsenal remain Opta's selection to capture the league with an impressive 79.14% probability. While the Gunners presently hold just a five-point advantage over Man City after Gameweek 13, they are forecast to conclude with an 11-point margin at the top.

Securing the league with 81 points would see Arteta's team equal Leicester City's total from the 2015–16 campaign, representing the fifth-lowest points tally by a Premier League champion in history.

Arsenal will be unconcerned about the unwanted record provided they conclude their 21-year Premier League title wait. Man City will aim to prevent any festivities at the Emirates, but Opta assigns the Citizens just an 11.30% probability of capturing the English championship this term.

Should Pep Guardiola's team achieve only their projected 70 points, they will conclude as runners-up, recording their lowest points total since Arsenal managed the same figure in 2000–01.

Chelsea, meanwhile, remain Opta's selection to conclude in third position, with Liverpool beneath them in fourth. The Blues must accept Champions League qualification rather than lifting silverware in May.

Champions League Positions

While the leading three clubs in the Premier League compete for the English title, several teams are struggling to secure Champions League qualification. The top five teams are expected to earn places in UEFA's elite club tournament next season.

Liverpool's 1–0 win against West Ham United was sufficient for Opta to forecast a fourth-place finish for the Reds. Accumulating only around 63 points in a title defense represents a disappointing second season for Arne Slot, though the Dutchman can point to Champions League qualification as modest compensation.

There is minimal margin for mistakes, however, with Aston Villa also projected to conclude with approximately 63 points. Additionally, Brighton and Crystal Palace are closely positioned. The tight competition between the clubs in fourth through seventh could see unexpected results carry European consequences as the campaign progresses.

Newcastle United are an unexpected choice to finish eighth, considering the Magpies currently occupy 13th position. Opta supports Eddie Howe and his squad to return to the table's upper half and conclude with around 58 points, matching the Eagles' total.

Man Utd moved into ninth in the projected standings following their 2–1 comeback win over Crystal Palace, with Brentford completing the top 10. The Red Devils must wait for Champions League return, according to Opta, but they are gradually ascending the Premier League table in an attempt to improve upon their 15th-place conclusion from last season.