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Miles That Could Decide the Title: Arsenal Takes Lead as Premier League Sprint Heats Up

18 February 2026

Miles That Could Decide the Title: Arsenal Takes Lead as Premier League Sprint Heats Up
Arsenal leads the miles race as the title fight intensifies.

Travel Miles That Could Decide the Premier League Title

With 12 rounds remaining, the Premier League reaches a decisive phase where fatigue could tilt the title in favor of the fitter side.

LiveScore this week revealed dramatic gaps in the miles the leading teams still have to cover as they finish the season in the English top flight.

Distances for the Contenders

Arsenal sits in the lead with about 695 miles to travel, giving them a clear physical edge in the closing weeks.

Manchester United faces the toughest burden with roughly 1,928 miles ahead, followed by Chelsea at about 1,727 miles.

Defending champions Manchester City face about 1,269 miles, while Liverpool have 1,189 miles left and Aston Villa 1,010 miles.

That is a lot of mileage, but the race will be decided on more than just kilometers — strategy, form, and a good pair of comfy boots matter too.

Punchline 1: If miles decided trophies, Arsenal would have already lifted a suitcase full of silverware.

Punchline 2: City chasing the trophy, but their airline miles are counting as a budget line item.

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Michael Whooosh

I am Michael Whooosh, an English sports journalist born in 1986. Passionate about surfing, poetry, and beekeeping, I share my human and sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many miles separate Arsenal and Manchester United in remaining fixtures?

Arsenal about 695 miles, United about 1,928 miles remain.

Which team has the longest remaining travel?

Manchester United with roughly 1,928 miles.

What is the overall takeaway from the travel distances?

Travel distance could influence late-season form and fatigue, adding another variable to the title race.