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Brighton leads Premier League xG table after five weeks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 12:55 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Brighton leads Premier League xG table after five weeks

Summary

Brighton leads the Premier League xG table with 11.49 expected goals after five weeks of play. The team has maintained impressive performance despite tough opponents like Chelsea and Arsenal. Manchester United follows closely with 9.89 xG, but they have only secured one league win so far this season. Other notable teams include Manchester City and Brentford, positioned second and third respectively. Aston Villa struggles at the bottom with the lowest xG, indicating a need for improvement. The league continues to evolve as teams seek better results moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Brighton has 11.49 expected goals, highest in the league.
•Manchester United ranks fourth in xG but has just one league win.
•Aston Villa sits at the bottom with the lowest xG.
•Manchester City is in second place with 10.50 xG.
•The Premier League season is still underway with significant matchups ahead.

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12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton first, Man Utd in top four? The Premier League xG table after five weeks

What they're saying

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The new Premier League season is only five weeks’ old, but patterns are forming and narratives are being attached to certain clubs based on their early form. Brighton are flying, Spurs are a bust ...
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