Premier League drama: Man City leapfrog Arsenal despite level points, goal difference

The fight for the English Premier League title has reached a dramatic stage. After holding the top position for 200 days, Arsenal have finally slipped to second place. Manchester City has claimed the top spot for the first time this season. Last night, Man City defeated Burnley 1–0. The lone goal was scored by Erling Haaland in the 5th minute.
After 33 rounds, both Arsenal and Man City are level on 70 points. Even their goal difference is identical. However, Manchester City has taken the top spot based on having scored more goals.
For Arsenal, who have been waiting 23 long years, this is a major blow to their title hopes. Although they lost the top spot by a narrow margin, the possibility of winning the title still remains for them. Both teams have five matches left. Arsenal’s opponents in these five matches are relatively weak. In contrast, Man City’s list of opponents is quite strong. For Arsenal, there is no other way to win the title except for securing big wins in every remaining match. Along with scoring more goals against opponents, they must also keep their own defense invulnerable.