April 20, 2002

Arsenal still aiming at National Division title of AXA FA Premier League, 2001-2002

April 18, 2002

Barry Town 0 Arsenal 1

Standings PL W D L GF GA PTS
1 Arsenal 15 13 1 1 43 12 40
2 Doncaster 15 11 2 2 53 18 35
3 Charlton 16 9 1 6 38 21 28
4 Leeds Utd 17 7 5 5 34 27 26
5 Brighton & H 18 7 3 8 19 33 24
6 Everton 16 7 2 7 28 27 23
7 Tranmere 15 5 3 7 23 34 18
8 Southampton 17 5 3 9 18 32 18 ---------------------------------------------------

9 Barry Town 16 2 3 11 19 43 9
10 Sunderland 17 1 5 11 14 42 8

Commentary
The title of English League champions is still to be played for, between Arsenal and Doncaster, with the 'gunners' needing 5 points from 3 matches to keep their title.

The relegation battle is now settled, with Barry going back to the South Division, and they will be replaced by Fulham. Sunderland will most likely be replaced by Birmingham City, who lead the North Division.