Our updated Power Rankings are out following a positive week for most of the top 10 teams.
📈 Power Rankings: Arsenal moves up, Man City rises
10. Real Madrid (No change)
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso faced pressure last week, but two wins have eased concerns. Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo helped secure a vital, though shaky, victory over Alaves. Later, a rotated squad advanced in the Copa del Rey against Talavera. While not entirely convincing, these wins have relieved some pressure for now.
9. Lens (No change)
Lens is in top form, with nine wins in their last 10 Ligue 1 matches. They’ve won five consecutive games, maintaining their lead over Paris Saint-Germain as they chase their first title this century. Odsonne Edouard scored two goals to secure victory against Nice over the weekend.
Lens are in some serious form in Ligue 1 this season 🔝🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/if3MKgCu5K
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) December 14, 2025
8. Atletico Madrid (No change)
Atletico Madrid had a successful week, achieving three consecutive victories. A challenging win over Valencia revitalized their league effort, and Antoine Griezmann’s double ensured they advanced past Atlético Baleares in the Copa del Rey.
7. Inter Milan ⬇️ (last week: 2)
Inter Milan is back on top in Serie A after winning against Genoa 2-1, thanks to goals from Yann Bisseck and Lautaro Martinez. The title race remains close, with only three points separating the top four teams—AC Milan, Napoli, and AS Roma are all in contention.
6. Paris Saint-Germain ⬆️ (last week: 7)
Paris Saint-Germain had a historic week, becoming just the sixth team to win the sextuple after defeating Flamengo in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final. This win marks their sixth trophy this year, a feat only achieved by Barcelona in 2009 and Bayern Munich in 2020.
🏆 CHAMPIONS 🏆 pic.twitter.com/hUyILLuO6I
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) December 17, 2025
5. Aston Villa (No change)
Aston Villa is gaining momentum under Unai Emery, winning nine straight games across competitions, including a victory against Basel in the Europa League and an exciting win at West Ham. They are just three points behind league leaders Arsenal, making them serious contenders.
Barcelona dropped a position despite two solid wins last week. Raphinha scored both goals in a 2-0 victory over Osasuna in La Liga, followed by another 2-0 win against Guadalajara in the Copa del Rey.
3. Manchester City ⬆️ (last week: 4)
Manchester City is closing in on Arsenal in the Premier League. They have shown impressive form with 3-0 wins against Sunderland and Crystal Palace, demonstrating the strength of their squad. City also made it through to the League Cup semi-finals with a win over Brentford, bolstered by strong performances from Erling Haaland, Rayan Cherki, and Phil Foden.
Stunning. @rayan_cherki ✨ pic.twitter.com/JQ9Pixdf6B
— Manchester City (@ManCity) December 18, 2025
2. Bayern Munich ⬇️ (last week: 2)
Bayern Munich managed a late penalty from Harry Kane to draw 2-2 with a struggling team. Despite this slip, they remain nine points clear in the title race.
Bottom-of-the-table Mainz come away with a point on the road against league leaders Bayern Munich ⚡ pic.twitter.com/DDpDQ9WMUj
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) December 14, 2025
1. Arsenal ⬆️ (last week: 2)
Arsenal has moved ahead of Bayern Munich in our Power Rankings despite a challenging win over Wolves. The Gunners needed two own goals to defeat the Premier League’s bottom team, who are still winless this season.
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