Manchester United and Chelsea have struggled to win the Premier League in recent times
The battle for the 2025/2026 Premier League title remains highly competitive, with the point difference among the top five clubs quite close.
Manchester United, who have won a record 20 titles, are looking to reclaim their glory by fighting hard to challenge for the trophy this season despite the huge point gap between them and league leaders Arsenal.
The Red Devils last won the title in 2012, enduring a 14-year drought as inconsistent performances proved costly in their pursuit.
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London-based club Chelsea, who boast 6 titles, are also making a push to clinch the trophy, having last won it in 2016.
This article explores what it will take for Manchester United and Chelsea to win the 2025/2026 Premier League title, considering the current Premier League table.
Premier League Table
Arsenal currently lead the table with 50 points.
Manchester City and Aston Villa follow in second and third place with 46 points each.
Manchester United sit fourth with 38 points.
Chelsea are fifth with 37 points.
Liverpool are sixth with 36 points while Fulham are seventh with 34 points.
Manchester United
The Red Devils’ resurgence under interim head coach Michael Carrick has boosted their title bid, with back-to-back victories against Manchester City and Arsenal.
United currently sit fourth with 38 points, trailing leaders Arsenal by 12 points.
For Manchester United to win the title, they would need to win all their remaining matches and hope Arsenal lose at least five games. This would allow United to reach 83 points, surpassing Arsenal’s expected 80 points.
Although this scenario appears complicated due to United’s inconsistent performances, maintaining their current form could turn the situation around.
Chelsea
The Blues, on the other hand, have gained momentum since Liam Rosenior took over from Enzo Maresca as head coach.
Chelsea currently have 37 points, trailing the leaders by 13 points after 23 games. To win the title, they would need to win all their remaining 15 matches, giving them 82 points, while hoping Arsenal lose at least five games to finish on 80 points.
Key players such as Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernández, Estevão, and Moisés Caicedo will need to deliver consistently at their maximum level to realise Chelsea’s dream of winning the title this season.
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