Manchester stays at top after beating Portsmouth at home
Christiano Ronaldo scored twice against the Pompeys as Fergusun men leveled points with the Gunners and reached the top spot with goal difference.
Ballack scored the only goal of the match against Reading at home to keep their position strong at 3rd.
Everton was frustated by Spurs which resulted in a goal less draw.
Noble from West Ham scored from the penalty spot in the dying minutes of the game to bring more miseries to Liverpool and Benitez. While there are rumours that Liverpool fans could take over the club from the American owners. Liverpool suffered another defeat after spending so much in the transfer this season.