The current Premier League season is shaping up to be a thrilling campaign as all 20 clubs reach the milestone of 10 games played, marking a significant moment in the 2025-26 season. With an impressive 268 goals scored, 22 penalties awarded, and 801 shots on target, the statistics thus far paint an exciting picture for football fans.
At the forefront of goal-scoring discussions is Erling Haaland, who is on track for a remarkable tally this season. Having scored more goals than half the teams in the league, he is threatening to reach nearly 100 goals by season’s end, just two goals shy of a century in his Premier League career. With only 258 players in the 137-year history of the English top flight having scored more goals than him, Haaland’s performance continues to dazzle. His expected goals (xG) this season even surpasses that of Tottenham Hotspur, underscoring his dominance in the league.
Conversely, Arsenal’s defense has become a focal point for contrasting reasons. Manager Mikel Arteta’s side is on course to concede only 11 goals this season, a figure that would shatter Chelsea’s previous record of 15 goals conceded in a single season. Their defensive prowess has been impressive, with their last goal conceded dating back to late September. Remarkably, this defensive strength coincides with an astounding population growth of around 16 million people during that time.
Merseyside has showcased both highs and lows, particularly for players like Jack Grealish at Everton, who has already matched his previous two seasons’ assist totals at Manchester City, and Thierno Barry, who has yet to register a shot on target after ten games. This season could also witness the rare occurrence reminiscent of Stewart Downing’s infamous run in 2011-12, where players like Florian Wirtz have created chances without finding the net.
Set pieces have also emerged as a prevalent theme this season, with teams such as Brentford and Crystal Palace leading the way in capitalizing on these situations. Brentford has executed the most long throws, while Crystal Palace has generated the highest expected goals (2.1 xG) from their throw-ins, highlighting a strategic shift in how teams are scoring.
From a broader perspective, the league table after ten games is visually fulfilling as fans dissect the various team formations represented in the standing, including an interesting representation of a 4-4-2 formation by Crystal Palace. The tightly contested standings indicate a potential for a riveting relegation battle, with promoted teams amassing 39 points so far, which is already 66% of the total garnered by some teams in the previous season.
As teams continue to vie for crucial points, the excitement of this Premier League season is palpable, providing fans with optimistic prospects for dramatic finishes and intense competition as the campaign unfolds.