• Key battles shift but not at the top
• Liverpool's victory over Tottenham impacts Aston Villa
• 'WhoScored' rates best XI players from weekend matches

The thirdtolast full weekend of the 2023/24 Premier League season witnessed significant movements in key battles, though no changes occurred at the top.

Arsenal and Manchester City maintained their leads with convincing wins, while Liverpool's triumph over Tottenham was crucial for Aston Villa. The race for a spot in the top four remains intense.

Nottingham Forest secured a vital win to move clear of relegation zone pressure as Chelsea dominated West Ham United. 'WhoScored' highlighted standout performances with ratings that formed an impressive team of the week.