Premier League standings: City and Arsenal level on 19 points after eight games

The latest Premier League table after eight fixtures shows Manchester City and Arsenal level on 19 points, occupying the top two spots.
City have recorded six wins, one draw and one loss, matching Arsenal's record over the same period, indicating a tightly contested title race.
Arsenal's identical 6‑1‑1 record puts them on equal footing with City, with both clubs having secured 19 points from a possible 24.
Liverpool sit third with 17 points, their five wins, two draws and one defeat keeping them within striking distance of the leaders.
Chelsea sit fourth on 16 points after five wins, one draw and two losses, while Newcastle hold fifth place with 14 points from four wins, two draws and two defeats.
A snapshot of the opening two rounds shows City, Arsenal, Hull City and Chelsea all unbeaten with six points, while Brentford earned four points after a win and a draw.
The convergence of points among the top five underscores the competitive nature of this season, and the next set of fixtures could widen or narrow the gaps as clubs vie for the title and European qualification.