The Premier League title race has tightened after Arsenal’s recent draw with Sunderland, setting the stage for a critical Matchday 12 slate. The headline fixture is the North London Derby, where the league-leading Gunners host arch-rivals Tottenham at the Emirates. With Spurs just eight points behind Arteta's men, the stakes could not be higher!

Elsewhere, struggling Liverpool must halt a run of five defeats in six games when they host a resurgent Nottingham Forest. Meanwhile, Manchester City aim to maintain pressure at the top as they travel to Newcastle, a side sitting 14th after losing three of their last four matches.

This weekend’s results could significantly reshape the top of the table. Tune in to the latest episode of Hit the Target podcast, powered by Hollywoodbets, for the full analysis.

The Premier League title race is heating up as Manchester City closes in on leaders Arsenal. City are back to their best, cutting the deficit to four points and issuing a warning courtesy of the relentless Erling Haaland.

Arsenal must maintain focus after recent stutters, ensuring injuries and internal pressure doesn't derail their campaign, despite holding the best defensive record in the English top flight.

Meanwhile, Manchester United is finding impressive form. The Red Devils have scored 2+ goals in each of their last five league outings, signaling a turn in the tide for Ruben Amorim & Co.

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​Matchday 10 features three contrasting key battles across the English Premier League weekend.

​Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United on Saturday is a test of consistency. Sean Dyche's men will hope their European win against Porto at the City ground will spark a revival and much needed domestic points. United, despite a three-game winning streak, must overcome persistent defensive lapses away from Old Trafford to secure a much-needed win on the road.

​The London derby between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea promises chaos on Saturday night. The Lilywhites need to find rhythm at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, whilst Chelsea arrive with newfound defensive stability. Furthermore, the Blues have a significant psychological edge - Chelsea have not lost a league fixture to their North London rivals in years, making them the favorites.

​Finally, Liverpool vs. Aston Villa pits form against history at Anfield. Liverpool desperately need a positive result in this one to halt a disastrous loosing string. They face a formidable Aston Villa, who are the definition of a form team, securing four wins from their previous four league outings.

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Liverpool's third straight defeat has thrown the English Premier League wide open, with only six points now separating first and ninth place.

Arsenal now leads with a three-point cushion following three consecutive wins and faces Crystal Palace, who sit eighth but remain close to the top.

Manchester City, second in the table, travels to Aston Villa, who have rebounded with three straight wins. A Villa victory could propel them into the top four.

With multiple teams tightly packed together in the top half, Matchday 9 promises to be pivotal in shaping the season’s trajectory!

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The international break has concluded and while some nations are licking their wounds, South Africa is celebrating — Bafana Bafana have officially punched their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup!

Back on home soil, the spotlight shifts to CAF qualifiers this weekend, with Mamelodi Sundowns, Stellenbosch, Orlando Pirates, and Kaizer Chiefs all in action.

Keep an eye on the Bafana Bafana standouts — many will be looking to channel their stellar international form into club dominance. Who will rise, who will inspire, and who will carry the momentum forward?

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South Africa’s journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is reaching a critical juncture, and Hugo Broos stands at the heart of it. Just three points separate the top four teams in Group C, making every fixture a high-stakes battle.

For Hugo Broos, qualification would be more than a tactical triumph—it would cement his legacy as one of the most successful coaches in South African football history.

With an AFCON medal already under his belt, adding World Cup qualification would mark a transformative era for Bafana Bafana.

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The upcoming Matchday 7 is a crucial pivot point, starting with a massive fixture at Stamford Bridge where Liverpool travels to face Chelsea. By kickoff, the Reds may have already surrendered their top spot, signaling the pressure on the defending champions.

The weekend's action features London rivals Arsenal and West Ham go head to head at the Emirates, with the struggling Hammers desperate to escape the 19th position.

Elsewhere, last season’s top-seven finishers, Newcastle (15th) and Nottingham Forest (17th), meet in a critical match to salvage their horror starts to the 2025/26 campaign.

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In this week's #HitTheTarget Podcast, we discuss the English Premier League round 6 fixtures, including the blockbuster clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United.

The Merseyside Derby sees table topping Liverpool up against an in-form Everton, currently sitting in sixth place.

At Old Trafford, a struggling Manchester United (14th with four points) will be desperate for a win against Chelsea, who have had a solid start and are in fifth place.

The round's biggest clash is at the Emirates, where second-place Arsenal takes on Manchester City. Arsenal has impressed with three wins from four games, while City, coming off a 3-0 Manchester derby victory, will be looking to continue their momentum and climb the table in a match with significant title implications.

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The Manchester Derby headlines the weekend's action with both sides under pressure. City have suffered consecutive losses and look vulnerable despite Erling Haaland’s early season antics. United, too, have had a mixed start—grabbing four points from three games, including a gritty win last time out.

Elsewhere, Liverpool will look to continue their perfect start to the season as Arne Slot's men head to Turf Moor. Their opponents Burnley are still searching for momentum after a rocky start to the season.

Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest face a wounded Arsenal side eager to bounce back from a narrow defeat to Liverpool. With key players like Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz sidelined, the Gunners will rely on fresh faces to maintain their home dominance in the weekend's opener.

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