The Premier League title race, the fight for Champions League qualification, and the relegation battle could all see major developments tonight, live on Sky Sports.
Bournemouth are hosting Manchester City, who are chasing the title, and Tottenham are looking to secure their top-flight status against London rivals Chelsea, with significant implications at both ends of the table.
Arsenal’s Title Hopes Rest on City’s Result
Arsenal moved five points clear with their victory over Burnley. Manchester City must win at Bournemouth to send the title race to the final day; otherwise, Arsenal will be champions.
A draw isn’t enough for City, as they would be four points behind with one game left. If Pep Guardiola’s side win, they would then have to beat Aston Villa on Sunday and hope Arsenal don’t win at Crystal Palace to snatch the title.
Champions League Qualification Scenarios
Arsenal, Man City, Man Utd and Aston Villa have all confirmed their places in the Champions League. Liverpool will join them if Bournemouth lose tonight.
A draw also suits Liverpool, as it would leave Bournemouth needing to win at Nottingham Forest on Sunday and Arne Slot’s side to lose to Brentford with a six-goal swing in goal difference. However, it would mean Bournemouth only need a point on the final day to secure sixth, which could result in a Champions League place.
But a victory for Bournemouth would move them just a point behind Liverpool, guaranteeing at least sixth place and blowing the race for the fifth wide open.
Europa League and Conference League Qualification
If Aston Villa do not win the Europa League or don’t finish fifth, then sixth and seventh in the Premier League will qualify for the Europa League, and eighth will qualify for the Conference League.
If Aston Villa win the Europa League final on Wednesday and finish fifth in the Premier League, then the top six will all qualify for the Champions League, with seventh going into the Europa League and eighth qualifying for the Conference League.
Tottenham Aim to Secure Premier League Status
Tottenham can secure their Premier League status and relegate West Ham with a victory at Chelsea.
A win would move Spurs five points clear of the bottom three with just one game remaining. A draw would all but save Tottenham too. West Ham would need to beat Leeds on Sunday, hope Spurs lose to Everton.
Chelsea’s Slim Champions League Hopes
Chelsea still have a very slim chance of qualifying for the Champions League. They would need to win their final two matches and hope for a host of results to go their way, with Brighton and Brentford also still vying for sixth place.
Realistically, Chelsea are playing for seventh and can move a point behind Brighton, who currently occupy that place, with a victory tonight.
The Premier League title race, relegation battle and Liverpool’s Champions League place can be decided tonight, live on Sky Sports.