The Premier League delivered yet another weekend of relentless drama, defined by late twists and standout individual brilliance. Across ten fixtures, title contenders tightened the screws and survival hopes swung sharply.
From commanding home wins to breathtaking comebacks and chaotic draws, the matches showed why the league remains football’s most unpredictable theatre. NRTC has come up with a comprehensive overview of the English Premier League 2025/26 matchweek 16 results.
1. Chelsea 2-0 Everton
Blues sharpen edge at the Bridge
Chelsea tightened their grip on fourth place with a controlled Stamford Bridge victory. Cole Palmer struck first before Malo Gusto doubled the lead. Although Everton threatened, Chelsea’s remained composed and their cutting edge ensured maximum points.
2. Liverpool 2–0 Brighton & Hove Albion
Ekitiké double steals the spotlight at Anfield
Liverpool climbed the table with a sharp Anfield win powered by Hugo Ekitike’s brace. Mohamed Salah returned to deliver an assist and constant danger. Meanwhile, Brighton wasted clear chances, and Liverpool punished them ruthlessly to extend their unbeaten league run.
3. Burnley 2–3 Fulham
Wilson runs the show as Fulham punish the Clarets
Fulham deepened Burnley’s misery with a spirited away victory at Turf Moor. Harry Wilson orchestrated the chaos by creating two goals before scoring himself. Nigeria’s Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey also scored. Burnley fought bravely, but defensive lapses again proved costly as Fulham finally broke a decades-long drought there.
4. Arsenal 2–1 Wolves
Gunners ride fortune to maintain pole position
Arsenal stayed top despite Wolves pushing them to the limit in north London. Two cruel own goals decided the contest after resilient defending from the visitors. Wolves thought they had avoided defeat when Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare scored his first Premier League goal, and the equaliser in the 90th minute. However, persistence paid off late as Arsenal forced the away side to another own goal.
5. Crystal Palace 0–3 Manchester City
Haaland leads City’s ruthless Selhurst display
Manchester City delivered a professional Selhurst Park performance to stay close to the summit. Erling Haaland’s brace and a thunderous Phil Foden strike proved decisive. Palace hit the woodwork twice, yet City’s clinical edge ultimately told.
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6. Nottingham Forest 3–0 Tottenham
Hudson-Odoi inspires Forest masterclass
Nottingham Forest responded emphatically after last week’s setback with a dominant home display. Callum Hudson-Odoi tormented Spurs, scoring twice and creating another (for Ivorian Ibrahim Sangare). Consequently, Forest eased relegation fears while Tottenham squandered momentum and confidence.
7. Sunderland 1–0 Newcastle
Derby drama as Black Cats spark wearside joy
Sunderland reignited derby pride with a dramatic win over Newcastle. An unfortunate Nick Woltemade own goal settled an emotionally charged contest at the Stadium of Light.
8. West Ham 2–3 Aston Villa
Rogers rescues Villa in London thriller
Aston Villa showed resilience by twice coming from behind in a pulsating London clash. Morgan Rogers struck twice after the break to seal victory. As a result, Villa surged closer to the leaders while West Ham’s survival worries intensified.
9. Brentford 1–1 Leeds United
Late Leeds response earns vital away point
Leeds earned a vital away point with another late rally at Brentford. Dominic Calvert-Lewin extended his scoring streak to equalise after Jordan Henderson’s goal had put the hosts ahead. Importantly, the draw increased Leeds’ cushion over the relegation zone.
League Impact Summary: What the Results Changed
| Team | Result | Key Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | Won | Maintained league lead |
| Man City | Won | Closed title gap |
| Aston Villa | Won | Strengthened top-four push |
| Fulham | Won | Moved further from relegation zone |
| Burnley | Lost | Seventh straight defeat |
| Man United | Drew | Missed chance to climb table |
| Bournemouth | Drew | Extended unbeaten run vs United |
10. Manchester United 4–4 Bournemouth
Old Trafford chaos delivers eight-goal classic
Old Trafford witnessed chaos as United and Bournemouth shared eight unforgettable goals. Momentum swung wildly throughout a thrilling contest.
Ultimately, a stoppage-time equaliser capped a dramatic night, extending Bournemouth’s impressive unbeaten run against United.
The Red Devils started sharply as Amad Diallo fired them ahead early in his final outing before AFCON. Bournemouth responded through Antoine Semenyo, who escaped dismissal after clashing with Diogo Dalot.
Casemiro struck in first-half stoppage time to restore United’s lead. After the break, Evanilson equalised before Marcus Tavernier’s free-kick completed Bournemouth’s turnaround. United rallied again as Bruno Fernandes curled home a superb free-kick.
Matheus Cunha then edged the hosts in front, but substitute Junior Kroupi struck late to seal a breathless draw at Old Trafford.
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