This year's Premier League matches have taken on a new look due to the increased number of matches and restrictions on club spending. Although the exquisite football on the field is being replaced by intense competition and physical endurance, the situation in the tournament table has become denser and more interesting than ever.
Has the quality decreased or has competition increased?
On social media, fans are complaining that aesthetic football based on Guardiola-style ball control is disappearing. Teams are now relying more on set pieces and quick attacks. However, experts believe that the fact that leading clubs are failing to reach the 90-point mark indicates that the overall level of the league has equalized. This year's champion is expected to be determined with approximately 85 points.
Arsenal's return and Tottenham's crisis
Arsenal's resounding victory over Tottenham in the London derby marked a turning point for the season. Mikel Arteta's men brought the Spurs, who suffered the heaviest defeat at home since 1978, closer to the bottom of the table. Igor Tudor's team is currently even facing the risk of survival in the league.
Manchester City and the fatigue factor
Although Guardiola's team continues to accumulate points, they haven't been able to play as flawlessly as before. Extended competitions and the Club World Cup are causing fatigue for leading players and an increase in injuries.
Position in the table: Who is the leader?
As the season approaches the finish line, the strong four and the survival zone are in full swing:
West Ham (25 points), Burnley (19 points), and Wolverhampton (10 points) are playing their best to stay in the league. This season has become a real testing ground for those with endurance and willpower.
Do you think Arteta's Arsenal will be able to end Manchester City's long-standing dominance this year?
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