Manchester City have officially moved ahead of Arsenal in the Premier League standings following a clinical 3-0 victory against West Ham this Saturday. After trailing the Gunners by two points last weekend, Pep Guardiola’s side continued their relentless pursuit. This latest win marks a significant shift in the title race momentum as the season progresses through December.
The match was defined by clinical finishing, with Erling Haaland opening the scoring in the first half. Tijjani Reijnders soon doubled the lead before the break, providing a comfortable cushion. Haaland struck again in the second half, securing three points and bringing City’s total to 37 from 17 fixtures. The Hammers struggled to contain City’s balanced offensive pressure.
Despite City’s ascent, the lead remains precarious. “Arsenal will have the chance to go top again, when they travel to Everton in the last game on Saturday night.” This upcoming fixture at Goodison Park remains a must-win for Mikel Arteta’s squad if they hope to reclaim their position at the summit of the English top flight.