Arsenal and the two Manchester clubs will more than likely be eliminated from Champions League when the round of 16 ties are concluded over the next fortnight, leaving only Chelsea to fly the flag of the English Premier League.
Arsenal will remain on top of the Barclays Premier League for the next seven days, regardless of what happens in the weekend’s other fixtures, following a 2–0 win away to Crystal Palace.
Arsenal took a big step toward qualifying for the Champions League knockout phase for the 14th successive season with an impressive 2–0 win against Napoli at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.