The week of November 23–29 delivered yet another thrilling chapter in world soccer, with top clubs battling it out across leagues and continental tournaments. From emphatic wins in the Premier League to dramatic showdowns in the UEFA Champions League, fans were treated to high-scoring matches, surprise results, and major shifts in standings. Here is the up-to-date Weekly League Soccer News from 23 November to 29 November 2025.
As rivalries reignited and underdogs fought back, the stage was set for defining moments ahead of the mid-season stretch — making this week a must-remember on the 2025–26 calendar.
Week 4 (November 23 to 29, 2025) – Weekly League Soccer News
Premier League Title Race Intensifies: Arsenal Extends Lead as Manchester City and Liverpool Stumble
The English Premier League witnessed dramatic developments in the week of November 23-29, 2025, with Arsenal cementing their position at the summit while traditional powerhouses faltered. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners extended their lead to six points clear following a devastating 4-1 demolition of Tottenham Hotspur in the north London derby at the Emirates Stadium on November 23.
Eberechi Eze, the £60 million summer signing from Crystal Palace, produced a sensational performance by scoring a hat-trick, becoming only the fourth Arsenal player in history to achieve this feat against Spurs.
Leandro Trossard added the opening goal, while Eze’s three-goal masterclass showcased why Tottenham opted against pursuing the England international during the transfer window.
The victory marks Arsenal’s fourth consecutive win in the fixture and represents their largest triumph over their neighbors since 2012. Arsenal now sits at 9-2-1 with 29 points, maintaining an unbeaten streak of 15 games across all competitions.
However, Manchester City and Liverpool’s title hopes suffered significant setbacks. Manchester City endured a shocking 2-1 defeat away to Newcastle United on November 22, with Harvey Barnes scoring twice for the hosts despite City’s penalty appeals being overturned via VAR.
The loss dropped City to third place with 22 points from a 7-1-4 record, seven points behind Arsenal. In a dramatic finale, Chelsea moved into second place with 23 points following their 2-0 victory at Burnley, benefiting from Manchester City’s stumble.
Liverpool’s wretched season hit new depths when they suffered a 3-0 thrashing at home to Nottingham Forest—a team that began the weekend in the relegation zone. This represents Liverpool’s second consecutive three-goal defeat, marking the first time since 1965 that the Merseyside club experienced back-to-back losses by such a margin.
Liverpool dropped to 6th place with 18 points despite their expansive summer transfer overhaul under Arne Slot, who acknowledged the catastrophic form.
| Position | Club | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 29 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 22 |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 21 |
| 5 | Crystal Palace | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 20 |
La Liga: Real Madrid and Barcelona Maintain Dominance
La Liga presented a commanding display of strength from its traditional powers, with Real Madrid continuing their unstoppable campaign. Real Madrid sits firmly at the top with 32 points from 13 matches (10-2-1 record), maintaining a commanding +16 goal difference.
FC Barcelona remains in close pursuit with 31 points from an identical number of matches (10-1-2 record), showcasing their own attacking prowess with +21 goal difference despite playing the same fixture count.
Villarreal CF secures third position with 29 points (9-2-2 record), followed by Atlético de Madrid in fourth with 28 points (8-4-1 record). The competitive nature of Spain’s elite divisions means multiple teams remain within striking distance, though the “Big Two” of Real Madrid and Barcelona establish clear separation from the rest.
Serie A: AC Milan Surges Past Inter Milan in Derby Thriller
Italian Serie A witnessed a pivotal derby contest on November 23, when AC Milan defeated rivals Inter Milan 1-0 in a battle for supremacy. Christian Pulisic’s decisive goal proved decisive in the San Siro clash, establishing AC Milan’s dominance in the derby fixture.
Remarkably, AC Milan remains unbeaten in six consecutive derbies against Inter across all competitions (4 wins, 2 draws), representing their best run since the period between November 2002 and April 2005.
AC Milan’s clean sheet marked their first against Inter in a Serie A match since April 4, 2018, ending a streak of 14 consecutive matches with goals conceded in the fixture. The victory positions AC Milan with 25 points from 12 matches (7-4-1 record), climbing to second place on the Serie A standings.
AS Roma leads the table with 27 points from 12 matches (9 wins), demonstrating remarkable consistency at the summit. Napoli sits third with 25 points (8-1-3 record), while Inter Milan occupies fourth position with 24 points despite their derby setback.
Bundesliga: Bayern Munich’s Dominant Display
Bayern Munich reinforced their stranglehold on the German Bundesliga with a comprehensive 6-2 comeback victory over SC Freiburg on November 22.
Michael Olise delivered a masterclass performance, scoring a brace and providing three assists in a stunning individual display. Harry Kane, Dayot Upamecano, Nicolas Jackson, and Yuito Suzuki added further goals as Bayern showcased their attacking firepower and defensive organization.
Despite Freiburg’s early initiative through goals from Lennart Karl and Johan Manzambi, Bayern’s second-half dominance proved overwhelming, with Olise’s brace and multiple assist providing the catalyst for their resurgence.
The victory maintains Bayern Munich’s commanding lead with 31 points from 11 matches (10-1-0 record) and an impressive +33 goal difference. RB Leipzig remains in second with 25 points, while Bayer Leverkusen occupies third with 23 points.
Ligue 1: PSG Maintains Leadership Despite Domestic Competition
Paris Saint-Germain continues to lead French Ligue 1 while preparing for crucial European commitments. The Parisians sit at the summit of the standings with captain Marquinhos poised to make his 500th appearance for the club in upcoming fixtures
PSG’s dominance is being challenged domestically by Marseille, who have emerged as formidable competitors this season despite PSG’s overall superiority.
Coach Luis Enrique has positioned PSG favorably in European competition, with the club currently sitting fifth in the UEFA Champions League standings after four matches, noting improved defensive performance compared to their championship-winning campaign last season.
The club faces significant broadcast revenue challenges following DAZN’s departure from French media rights, necessitating PSG’s pivot toward direct-to-consumer services and global lifestyle brand positioning to maintain financial competitiveness with English Premier League and La Liga clubs.
Top Player Performances This Week
Eberechi Eze’s Monumental Display cemented his status as a critical summer acquisition for Arsenal. The £60 million signing demonstrated precisely why Tottenham pursued him before Arsenal’s intervention, producing his first north London derby hat-trick with technical brilliance and clinical finishing. Eze’s performance established him as a crucial component of Arsenal’s title challenge alongside established stars.
Christian Pulisic proved decisive in AC Milan’s derby victory, scoring the winning goal against Inter Milan while contributing to Milan’s unbeaten streak in the fixture. The American international continues to establish himself as a key performer in the Rossoneri’s midfield alongside strategic players.
Michael Olise’s Exceptional Evening against Freiburg showcased his technical excellence, providing a brace and three assists in Bayern Munich’s 6-2 triumph. The performance demonstrated why Bayern remains Europe’s most dominant force, with Olise’s attacking contributions defining their continued superiority.
Arsenal’s Momentum Continues
At the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal delivered a statement win, showing off the attacking flair and solid defense that have defined their impressive season.
Sitting six points clear, and with big games against Chelsea away on December 1 and Bayern Munich in the Champions League ahead, the Gunners are well-placed to push for success on multiple fronts.
MLS Playoff Action Heats Up
The 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs moved past the conference semifinals with some big moments, as Inter Miami cruised past FC Cincinnati 4-0 to secure their spot in the conference finals.
Vancouver Whitecaps advanced after defeating LAFC 2-2 in extra time, triumphing 4-3 on penalty kicks with a dramatic Son Heung-Min free kick equalizer in second-half stoppage time. Philadelphia Union, the Supporters’ Shield champions, faced off against NYCFC in the Eastern Conference semifinals on November 23.