Arsenal have completed their first-round fixtures against the traditional Premier League Big Six this season

Not bad at all! Arsenal have completed their first-round fixtures against the traditional Premier League Big Six this season, collecting 8 points from 5 matches (2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss). Securing more than half of the total 15 available points is solid, and it further proves that Mikel Arteta’s side are genuine title contenders.

Compared to their rivals, Arsenal actually performed better in these heavyweight clashes. Manchester United collected 7 points from 5 matches, City 7 from 4, Chelsea 7 from 4, Spurs 4 from 4, and Liverpool just 3. Among the top teams, Arsenal stand out as one of the most consistent.

🔍 Arsenal’s Big Six Matches This Season

• Away 1–0 vs Man United — A sharp start
• Away 0–1 vs Liverpool — Narrow loss
• Home 1–1 vs Man City — A stable performance
• Home 4–1 vs Tottenham — Dominant North London Derby
• Away 1–1 vs Chelsea — Chelsea created more chances even with 10 men, but lacked finishing

Overall, Arsenal’s trajectory is positive and absolutely fitting for a team currently sitting at the top of the table.

Interestingly, Arsenal looked less convincing at the beginning and the latest of these fixtures—against United and Chelsea. New signings struggled with finishing vs United, and against Chelsea, despite being a man down, the Blues were more threatening but failed to convert.

🔥 Arteta’s side shows real title-winning mentality

Aside from the two less impressive matches, Arsenal performed very well overall. Their stunning derby win over Spurs was especially eye-catching and showed just how dangerous this Arsenal side can be.

Although they are top of the table, the gap to Manchester City and Chelsea remains slim. The upcoming fixtures will be crucial.

🏟 Home advantage in the second half of the season

Arsenal have already played most of their Big Six matches away from home. In the second half of the season, the return fixtures will take place at the Emirates—giving Arsenal a valuable edge in the title race.

If they maintain this rhythm, Arteta’s men are well on track to stay firmly in the title conversation.