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Manchester City lead Premier League title predictions

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Manchester City have overtaken Arsenal in Opta’s supercomputer projections for the 2026-2027 Premier League winner after beating Ipswich Town 3-2 to record a seventh consecutive victory. The gap between the two clubs’ estimated chances is less than one point, according to Opta’s models reported by Tuko.

Manchester City have moved to the top of the Opta Supercomputer’s predictions for the 2026-2027 Premier League title after beating Ipswich Town 3-2, Tuko reports. The club have won their first seven league matches.

City’s projected chances are less than one percentage point higher than those of Arsenal, according to Opta’s forecasts. Erling Haaland scored twice against Ipswich and reached a historic Premier League milestone faster than any other player, Tuko says.

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