English Premier League club competing for Champions League qualification and involved in relegation battles during the 2026 season.
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Fulham won 3-1 at Stadium of Light, climbing above Sunderland into top half
“Fulham climbed above Sunderland into the top half of the table after becoming just the second visiting side to win at the Stadium of Light this season.”
Arsenal's Eze sinks Spurs again, Liverpool late show floors ForestOrlando Pirates defeated Orbit College 2-0 through two own goals to win the South African Premiership, ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-season dominance and claiming their first title since 2012. The victory completed a domestic treble for Pirates under Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates defeated Orbit College 2-0 through two own goals to win the South African Premiership, ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-season dominance and claiming their first title since 2012. The victory completed a domestic treble for Pirates under Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Tottenham must avoid defeat against Everton to guarantee Premier League survival as Pep Guardiola and Mohamed Salah prepare for departures. Liverpool, Bournemouth, Brighton, Brentford, Chelsea and Sunderland are also competing for European football places.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates drew 0-0 at home against Durban City and must win their final match to end a 14-year wait for the South African Premiership title, currently two points behind defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool drew 1-1 with Chelsea at Anfield after Ryan Gravenberch's early goal was cancelled by Enzo Fernandez's free-kick, missing a chance to secure Champions League qualification. Manchester United were held to a goalless draw at Sunderland on Saturday.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League semi-final second leg, with Bukayo Saka scoring late in the first half to send the team to the final in Budapest on May 30 for the first time since 2006.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will play like "beasts" against Atletico Madrid in a Champions League semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, with the Gunners seeking to reach the final for the first time since 2006 after a 1-1 draw in the first leg.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Eberechi Eze's early goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Newcastle on Saturday to return to the top of the Premier League, while Tottenham won 1-0 against Wolves for their first victory in 2026 under new head coach Roberto De Zerbi, easing relegation pressure in a tight battle at the table's bottom.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal and Manchester City are tied on 70 points with identical goal differences as they battle for the Premier League title with five games remaining, while Tottenham fight to avoid relegation for the first time in nearly 50 years.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League with a 1-0 victory over Burnley, with Erling Haaland scoring the sole goal. The defeat relegated Burnley to the Championship for the third time in five seasons.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Manchester City on Sunday nursing a six-point league lead but having lost form with just one win in their last five matches, while City have won their last three games including against Arsenal. Chelsea and Liverpool also face crucial weekend fixtures as they battle for Champions League qualification.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool trails Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 from their Champions League quarter-final first leg and must overturn the deficit at home on Tuesday. The Reds, struggling in the Premier League and sidelined from domestic cups, see the Champions League as their last hope for silverware this season, with captain Virgil van Dijk calling for "a special performance" and invoking memories of previous comebacks at Anfield.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City closed the gap on leaders Arsenal to six points after defeating Chelsea 3-0, while Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth. The title race will intensify with a looming meeting between the two clubs, as Arsenal's recent form has raised doubts about their chances of a first league title in 22 years.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, losing ground in the Premier League title race and handing momentum back to Manchester City, who have two games in hand. Liverpool beat Fulham 2-0 to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to second-tier Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals, with Mikel Arteta criticizing his side's sloppy defending and inability to capitalize on chances. The loss compounds the Premier League leaders' recent struggles following a League Cup final defeat to Manchester City.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool fell to a 2-1 defeat at Brighton while Chelsea were thumped 3-0 by Everton, both slipping further from the top five places that guarantee next season's Champions League football. The losses give renewed hope to other clubs including Everton, Brentford, and Fulham in the race for Champions League qualification.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Tottenham face a critical match against fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest on Sunday as relegation fears intensify, while Chelsea seek to bounce back from a heavy Champions League elimination and climb back into the top four. Liverpool, revitalized after a dominant European win, also battle to maintain Champions League qualification pace.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal moves closer to their first Premier League title in 22 years with a seven-point lead over Manchester City, while struggling Tottenham face Liverpool fighting relegation after winning just once in their last 11 league matches. Manchester United and Aston Villa clash for crucial Champions League qualification places as the weekend's fixtures could significantly reshape the season's outcome.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal visit Mansfield and Chelsea face Wrexham in FA Cup fifth-round action, with the Premier League sides seeking to avoid upsets. Liverpool bid to avenge a 2-1 loss at Wolves on Friday.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top of the English Premier League after Bukayo Saka's goal secured a 1-0 win against Brighton, while second-placed Manchester City was held to a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Benjamin Sesko scored the winning goal as Manchester United defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 to move into third place in the Premier League, while Tottenham lost 2-1 at Fulham and remain just four points above the relegation zone.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Premier League leaders Arsenal host Chelsea on Sunday with a five-point lead over Manchester City, who have a game in hand and vow to keep fighting for the title. Tottenham face relegation fears and cannot afford another loss in their battle to stay up.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Eberechi Eze scored twice as Arsenal defeated Tottenham 4-1 on Sunday to restore a five-point lead in the Premier League title race. Liverpool also won 1-0 at Nottingham Forest with a 97th-minute goal from Alexis Mac Allister.
23 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Tottenham for the north London derby seeking to halt a slump that has seen them drop points in their last two matches, while Manchester City prepares to pile pressure on the leaders with a win against Newcastle. Bukayo Saka has pledged Arsenal will eventually "get over the line" after successive draws left them five points clear but vulnerable to City's challenge.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City defeated Fulham 3-0 to cut Arsenal's Premier League lead to three points, with Antoine Semenyo scoring and assisting in his second appearance since joining from Bournemouth. Liverpool also won 1-0 at Sunderland to end their unbeaten home record, while Burnley staged a dramatic comeback to beat Crystal Palace 3-2.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester City beat Liverpool late on Sunday to cut Arsenal's Premier League lead to three points, with the Gunners facing Brentford on Thursday. Liverpool's defeat damages their Champions League hopes, while Tottenham and Newcastle managers face mounting pressure after poor league positions despite Champions League qualification.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Sunderland 3-0 with Viktor Gyokeres scoring twice to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Manchester United defeated Tottenham 2-0, with Tottenham's Cristian Romero receiving a red card early in the match, leaving Tottenham in 14th place and intensifying calls for manager Thomas Frank's dismissal.
8 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal hold a six-point lead in the Premier League and can extend it to nine points with victory over Sunderland on Saturday, while Manchester City travel to Liverpool on Sunday seeking to overcome a poor away record against their rivals. Behind the top two, Aston Villa's midfield injuries have allowed Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool to close in on Champions League qualification.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Leeds on Saturday seeking to prevent a Premier League slump as they hold a four-point lead but have taken just two points from their past three games. Manchester City face Tottenham on Sunday, where the Spurs will attempt to replicate their impressive Champions League form.
31 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal hunt a fifth consecutive home win against Manchester United this weekend as they aim to maintain their title lead over faltering rivals Manchester City and Aston Villa, who have failed to capitalize on the Gunners' recent 0-0 draws. Manchester City have not won in the Premier League since 2025 and suffered an embarrassing 3-1 Champions League defeat to Bodo/Glimt, while Tottenham manager Thomas Frank faces potential exit if they fail to beat relegation-zone Burnley.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →