We could be in line for some new Premier League champions - if Manchester City are stripped of their crowns. The verdict on the 115 charges levelled against the club by the league is still pending. The club has vehemently denied any misconduct and pledged to fight the allegations of financial rule breaches between 2009 and 2018.

LONDON — Mikel Merino led Arsenal to a 1-0 win against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday. Merino’s first-half header settled the London derby at the Emirates Stadium and saw second-placed Arsenal move within 12 points of leader Liverpool. In another all-London clash, Fulham beat Tottenham 2-0.