Premier League 2025/2026: A Deep Dive into the Latest Statistics
The 2025/2026 Premier League season has delivered its usual drama, with teams battling fiercely across all fronts as we head into the November international break. From relentless goal-scorers to rock-solid defences and intriguing tactical trends, here's a snapshot of the standout statistics.
Current League Table Highlights (as of 9th November 2025)
Arsenal currently sit at the summit of the Premier League table with 26 points after 11 matches, maintaining a healthy lead. Reigning champions, Liverpool, find themselves in 8th position with 18 points, following some mixed results, including a recent 3-0 defeat to Manchester City. Manchester City are in hot pursuit, placed 2nd with 22 points, while Chelsea occupy 3rd place with 20 points. At the other end of the table, Wolverhampton Wanderers are currently propping up the league with just 2 points.
Top Individual Performers
Golden Boot Race (Top Goalscorers)
Erling Haaland of Manchester City continues his prolific form, leading the Golden Boot race with an impressive 14 goals in 11 appearances. Trailing behind him are:
- Igor Thiago (Brentford): 8 goals
- Antoine Semenyo (AFC Bournemouth): 6 goals
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace): 6 goals
- Danny Welbeck (Brighton & Hove Albion): 6 goals
Top Playmakers (Assists)
The creativity in the league is highlighted by these players leading the assist charts:
- Mohammed Kudus (Tottenham Hotspur): 4 assists
- Quilindschy Hartman (Burnley): 4 assists
- Jack Grealish (Everton): 4 assists
Team Attacking Statistics
| Team | Goals Scored (11 matches) | Shots on Target per match | Average Possession (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | 23 | 5.7 (approx.) | 57.3% |
| Arsenal | 20 | 4.09 (approx.) | 58.2% |
| Chelsea | 21 | 5.4 | 59.2% |
| Liverpool | 18 | 6.1 | 61.7% |
- High Volume Shooters: Liverpool are noted for taking a high number of shots per game (14.82), closely followed by Arsenal (14.73) and Manchester United (14.36).
Team Defensive Statistics
| Team | Clean Sheets | Goals Conceded (11 matches) | Tackles per match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | 7 | 5 (0.3 per match) | N/A |
| Newcastle United | 5 | 14 (approx.) | N/A |
| AFC Bournemouth | 4 | 18 (approx.) | N/A |
- Defensive Prowess: Arsenal's solid defence is a key factor in their league position, having conceded the fewest goals so far.
- Tackling Machines: Wolverhampton Wanderers lead the league in tackles per match with 21.6, indicating a high-intensity defensive approach.
Key Tactical Insights
- Set-Piece Dominance: A significant trend this season is the increased importance of set-pieces, accounting for over a third (35.3%) of all goals scored in the league. Arsenal are particularly adept in this area, having scored 12 goals from set-pieces (10 from corners/free-kicks, 2 penalties), while surprisingly, Manchester City have yet to score from a set-piece this season.
- Dribbling Kings: Jeremy Doku of Manchester City has been an electrifying presence, being the first player in 2025 to achieve 100 take-ons in the Premier League. Bukayo Saka (1.9 successful dribbles per game) and Noni Madueke (1.4 successful dribbles per game) also stand out for their individual dribbling ability.
- Possession-Based Football: Liverpool currently hold the highest average possession across the league at 61.7%, closely followed by Chelsea (59.2%) and Arsenal (58.2%), showcasing their commitment to controlling the ball.