Man City falter as Premier League leaders Arsenal go seven points clearArsenal celebrate Bukayo Saka's goal against BrightonLONDON - Manchester City stumbled in the Premier League title race on Wednesday, held to a costly 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest as Bukayo Saka's goal against Brighton sent Arsenal seven points clear. - Joao Pedro hat-trick -In the tight race for Champions League qualification, Joao Pedro scored a hat-trick for Chelsea, who came from behind to beat Aston Villa 4-1, pushing Liverpool down to sixth spot. Cole Palmer made it 3-1 in the second half and Joao Pedro tapped home Alejandro Garnacho's cross to complete his hat-trick. The win lifted Chelsea to fifth spot in the Premier League, three points behind fourth-placed Villa. The top five teams in the Premier League are almost certain to qualify for the Champions League thanks to the strong showing of English sides in Europe this season.

Source: Bangkok Post March 04, 2026 23:38 UTC