November Fever: Arsenal, City, and Spurs Face Season-Shaping Tests in the Premier League

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November is shaping up to be one of the most intense months of the 2025-26 Premier League season. The big English clubs come into this stage with their European aspirations at stake and the tightest standings in recent years. Rivalries are reignited and every point can make the difference between fighting for the title or missing out on Europe. With data updated as of October 26, these are the most exciting matches for the coming month. If you want to enjoy them live, you have plenty of time to purchase your tickets online: Whether it's Anfield, Old Trafford or the Emirates, Hellotickets makes it easy to find authentic Premier League tickets for every club and fixture.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea

On November 1 at 6.30 pm., north and west London will clash in a derby with more at stake than pride. Tottenham, third with 17 points and a goal difference of +10, are in good form and high spirits after a competitive start to the season. Chelsea, ninth with 14 points and a goal difference of +6, need a win to stay in contention. The Spurs are looking to keep the pressure on Arsenal and Bournemouth, while Enzo Mareasca's men are trying to get back into the race for Europe. A loss would mean falling to mid-table, a position that no one at Stamford Bridge is considering after the summer investment and, above all, after winning the UEFA Conference League and the Club World Cup. The expectations are high for the team; and,  although they don't seem to be meeting them quite yet, a victory against Totteham would be a good start on the way to improvement.

Manchester City vs AFC Bournemouth 

When it looked like Manchester City was starting to recover from an uneasy season start, their lost to Aston Villa (1-0) last Sunday set the alarm bells ringing again. Moreover when their next game is against Bournemouth, which currently holds the second place in the classification, just 4 points behind the leader. The match will take place on November 2 at 5.30 p.m., and it is crucial for both teams. Manchster City wants to close the gap on leaders Arsenal and establish themselves as serious title contenders. And, as a team that regularly competes in the Champions League, a win would consolidate their position and boost morale ahead of the decisive stretch of the season. Bournemouth, on the other hand, has been a surprise so far, and a win against a big club like City would settle the status as the season revelation, and raising questions about its ability to fight for more than just survival and qualify for Europe. If they fail, they could fall behind, which would reduce their options in the long term.

Sunderland AFC vs Arsenal

On November 8, at 6.30 p.m. the Stadium of Light will host a historic match. Sunderland, fourth with 17 points and +4, has surprised with its consistency and faces the leader, Arsenal, which tops the table with 22 points and +13. For Mikel Arteta's team, maintaining its winning streak is vital to keep Bournemouth and Tottenham at bay. For the home side, scoring points against the leaders would confirm that their return to the elite is no fluke. The pressure is on the Londoners, who must prove their strength away from home if they are to maintain their lead and guarantee direct access to the Champions League.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United

Also on November 8 (1.30 p.m.), Spurs will host Manchester United, who are sixth in the table with 16 points and +1. Ruben Amorim's team needs to win to stay in the European spots, while Thomas Frank's side is looking to consolidate its place on the podium. A home win could boost Spurs' chances of closing in on Arsenal, while a defeat would reopen the battle between third and sixth place. Both clubs also have their European aspirations at stake: losing ground in November could prove costly in April.

Manchester City vs Liverpool

On November 9 (5.30 p.m.), the Etihad Stadium will once again be the scene of another crucial clash. City and Liverpool, fifth and seventh respectively, face a match that transcends the standings: it defines hierarchies. Arne Slot's team, with 15 points and +2, needs to react to remain among the Champions League contenders. Guardiola, for his part, knows that three points would allow him to climb the table and keep the title race alive.

Chelsea vs Arsenal

The end of the month will bring another London derby, this time at Stamford Bridge, on November 30, 5.30 p.m. Chelsea, currently ninth but with the potential to climb higher if they win their early-month matches, will be looking to close the gap on the leaders, who face a demanding schedule after taking on Tottenham a week earlier. A slip-up could jeopardize Arsenal's top spot and reignite the competition. For the Blues, a win would mean regaining confidence and putting themselves in contention for Europe, which would provide a key morale boost ahead of December. On the other hand, a defeat would see them slip further away from the places that grant access to continental tournaments.