After the recent matchday of Champions League soccer, Arsenal has claimed the top position in the standings following a remarkable victory against Bayern Munich. Under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, the team has shown extraordinary form this season, managing to hand Bayern Munich their first defeat, which was orchestrated by coach Vincent Kompany.

Competitors like Inter and Barcelona are navigating inconsistent performances as they kick off their campaigns. Additionally, Juventus and Jose Mourinho’s Benfica face significant challenges despite recent managerial changes.

Champions League Power Rankings After Five Matches

1. Arsenal (+1)
   The leaders emerge. Following their 3-1 triumph over Bayern, Arsenal is topping the table with five wins from five matches. With a five-point advantage over Manchester City in the Premier League, this could be their year.

2. Bayern Munich (-1)
   A stellar start to the 2025-26 season with 18 wins in 20 matches came to a halt with their defeat to Arsenal, raising doubts about their previous invincibility.

3. Barcelona (–)
   After a disheartening defeat against Chelsea, Barcelona is back in the La Liga race but showing signs of vulnerability.

4. PSG (–)
   Struggling with injuries, PSG’s performance has suffered, leaving them positioned second in Ligue 1 after a loss to AS Monaco.

5. Chelsea (+4)
   A promising outlook for Chelsea as they recently beat Barcelona and maintained a draw against Arsenal, showcasing their rapid improvement under coach Enzo Maresca.

6. Manchester City (+1)
   Despite a star-studded roster, City’s inconsistency is a concern as they juggle wins and losses across competitions.

7. Inter (-2)
   Fresh from four victories, they face challenges, especially after their loss to Atletico Madrid.

8. Real Madrid (-1)
   Inconsistent performances have left Madrid cautious after a series of draws in La Liga.

9. Liverpool (-1)
   Underperforming this season, they face pressing challenges, especially after a heavy loss against PSV.

10. Atletico Madrid (+2)
    Their victory over Inter highlighted their potential despite a rocky start to the season.