Manchester City had overtaken them after beating West Ham 3-nil.
Liverpool held on to win 2-1 against Tottenham – who had two players sent off.
Wolves remain winless with just two points after losing 2-nil at home to Brentford, while Newcastle and Chelsea shared a 2-all draw.
In the Championship QPR overran Leicester 4-1 at Loftus Road.
Hampton & Richmond Borough eased relegation woes in the National League South after a goalless draw with Maidstone at the Beveree Stadium.
In the Southern League Premier South Walton & Hersham moved eight points clear of their nearest rival following a convincing 5-nil win over Hanwell Town at the Elmbridge Xcel Sports Hub.
