Final Day Drama: Premier League Title, Top Four, and Relegation All on the Line
Everything at stake on the final day of the 2025-26 Premier League season: title race, Champions League spots, and relegation battle explained.
The 2025-26 Premier League season reaches its thrilling conclusion this Sunday, with multiple storylines set to be resolved across the final 90 minutes. From the title race to the relegation scrap, here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake on the final day.
Title Race: Who Will Lift the Trophy?
Two clubs remain in contention for the Premier League crown. Current leaders Arsenal travel to relegated West Brom, while Manchester City host Brighton at the Etihad. Arsenal hold a two-point advantage, meaning a win guarantees them the title. Any dropped points could open the door for City, who must win and hope for an Arsenal slip-up.
The Gunners have been in imperious form, winning their last seven matches. City, however, have faltered in recent weeks, with two draws in their last four games. All eyes will be on the goal difference factor – Arsenal lead by three goals, so even a draw could be enough if City don’t win by a large margin.
Top Four Battle
Champions League qualification is still up for grabs for several sides. Fourth-placed Chelsea are three points clear of fifth-placed Manchester United, but their goal difference is only three better. The Blues travel to Newcastle, while United host Leeds. A win for Chelsea secures fourth, but if they lose and United win, the Red Devils could snatch the spot. Liverpool are already assured of third place.
Relegation Picture
Three teams are fighting to avoid the final relegation spot. West Brom are already down, but two of Everton, Nottingham Forest, and Burnley will join them. Everton are at home to Bournemouth, Forest visit Aston Villa, and Burnley travel to Wolves. Currently, Everton are 18th with 35 points, Forest 17th with 36, and Burnley 16th with 37. With only one point separating the three, any slip could be fatal.
Everton need to win and hope Forest lose, while drawing could be enough if other results go their way. Forest are in the driving seat – a win keeps them up. Burnley, with a two-point cushion, need just a point to be safe regardless of other results.
Other Key Battles
Aston Villa and West Ham are vying for the final European spot – the winner of the Europa Conference League place. Villa currently lead via goal difference. Meanwhile, individual awards are also on the line: the Golden Boot race is between Haaland (32 goals) and Watkins (29), while the Golden Glove could go to Ramsdale or Ederson.
Expect drama, twists, and turns as the 2025-26 season concludes. One thing is certain: the final day will deliver unforgettable moments.