With the caveat that this is how things stand before the 2pm kick-offs (which affect Tottenham and Chelsea) begin, these are the standings.
Reigning champions Manchester City lead the way after their narrow win against Southampton yesterday, with 23 points from nine games, with Liverpool two back and Arsenal six back.
Aston Villa, who could only draw 1-1 against Bournemouth yesterday, are sandwiched between today’s opponents in third.
If Liverpool win at the Emirates, they will leapfrog Pep Guardiola’s side, leaving Arsenal stranded six points back already. If Arsenal win, they will narrow the gap significantly to both Liverpool and Manchester City.
A massive test.
