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  Matchday 7 Analysis: Which Teams Dominate and Who's Playing Catch-Up Which teams have held a winning position the longest in the Premier League this season, and who has spent the most time trailing? We analyze every team's time spent in each game state across 2025-26 after seven matchdays. MANCHESTER CITY: MASTERS OF THE LEAD Manchester City might not be top of the league during the October international break, but they've been the most prolific team in terms of holding a lead in the Premier League this season. Pep Guardiola's side have been leading for 423 minutes and 15 seconds in Premier League matches this term – a massive 119 minutes and four seconds longer than any other side. They've been in the lead across 60% of their total minutes in the competition in 2025-26, helped by the fact they have scored inside the opening 20 minutes in four of their seven games. One notable example came against Arsenal on 21 September, when Erling Haaland put them into a ...

  Sunday, September 22, 2025 Emirates Stadium will host one of the most anticipated Premier League matches of the season when Arsenal welcome Manchester City. Mikel Arteta has the opportunity to achieve what seemed unthinkable during his time as Guardiola's assistant - a third consecutive home victory over his former mentor. Arteta's Tactical Evolution Since taking charge at Arsenal, Mikel Arteta has transformed into a world-class manager. His tactical approach has evolved significantly from his early days, particularly in matches against his former club Manchester City. The Spaniard's recent success against Guardiola stems from understanding City's patterns and exploiting specific weaknesses. Arsenal's solid defensive structure combined with lightning-quick transitions has proven effective against City's possession-based approach. Arteta has successfully adapted many principles learned from Guardiola while developing his own identity. The student-teacher ...

  Sunday, September 14, 2025 The Etihad Stadium will witness one of the most watched Premier League matches of the season when Manchester City and Manchester United clash in a derby full of contrasts. While City experiences their worst season start under Pep Guardiola, United under Rúben Amorim seeks confirmation of their improving form. Historical Record with Surprising Trends Manchester City has dominated recent meetings with five wins from eight Premier League encounters, but last season failed to win either derby for the first time since 2020-21 (1 draw, 1 defeat). United has inflicted 25% of all Pep Guardiola's home defeats as City manager, winning four times at the Etihad Stadium. The Red Devils seek their first consecutive wins on the opponent's ground since March 2021. Since the 2015-16 season, the home team has won only six of 20 Premier League derbies (4 draws, 10 away wins). Only Crystal Palace vs Liverpool has more away victories (12). City's Unexpected C...