
Having a draw between each other gives Arsenal the first position. Arsenal will be happy that they are in the first position even though it is just only by goal difference. Now I think will be concentrating on the Champions League match against Porto. remember, Arsenal is already behind in this one. this is the second leg and Arsenal is going to go in this one by having one goal disadvantage. But it is definitely hard for Arsenal to concentrate on both competitions at the same time. I think they will end up concentrating a little more on the English Premier League.
Of course, Arsenal already wait for a long time to have the chance returning to the 1st place. The draw result of the match Liverpool vs Man City makes Arsenal to be in the 1st place again. But the point gap isn't significant, even Arsenal total point is the same as Liverpool total point. Yes, Arsenal can be in the 1st place because they are more productive, they score more goals in this season.
Honestly, I'm not sure if Arsenal will stay a long time in the 1st place. They have 2 big matches in the next 2 matches. They will play against Chelsea at home and they will play against Man City away. I think there is a big chance for missing points in the next 2 matches, specifically for the match against Man City away.
Yes, and in my opinion Liverpool's draw against Manchester City is also a big hope for Arsenal because Arsenal is certain to lead the standings. But as you said, Arsenal will meet Manchester City first because the Chelsea match looks like it will be postponed, and Arsenal will meet Manchester City at the end of this month as a guest and this is a tough challenge for Arsenal.
By the way, Chelsea's match against Newcastle ended with a score of 3-1 and the match will be over soon, and it is certain that Chelsea will win this match.
Despite leading the standings, the candidate to win the premiere league this season is not Arsenal. the strongest candidate to win the premiere league this season is still Liverpool or Manchester City. if Arsenal win it's just a surprise. and in another match Chelsea won 3-2 over Newcastle.